Ref. #C9A78D · TB-93
Pottery Beige
42%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pottery Beige Technical Profile
What color is Pottery Beige? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C9A78D. Colors similar to Pottery Beige include Behr Riviera Clay, Benjamin Moore Fox Hedge Tan, Benjamin Moore Winthrop Peach. Pottery Beige has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Pottery Beige depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pottery Beige
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pottery Beige
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pottery Beige
#C9A78D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFAC83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pottery Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pottery Beige Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Pottery Beige.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pottery Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pottery Beige have?
Pottery Beige by Kilz has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pottery Beige from other brands?
The closest matches are Riviera Clay by Behr (#C8A78D), Fox Hedge Tan by Benjamin Moore (#C5A38A), Winthrop Peach by Benjamin Moore (#CEAA91). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pottery Beige?
Pottery Beige has an LRV of 42.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pottery Beige's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.