Ref. #C3A474 · MP20509
Forty-Niner Gold Met.
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Forty-Niner Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Forty-Niner Gold Met.? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C3A474. Colors similar to Forty-Niner Gold Met. include Dunn-Edwards Medallion, PPG Applesauce Cake, Benjamin Moore Simple Pleasures. Forty-Niner Gold Met. has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Forty-Niner Gold Met. 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 Forty-Niner Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Medallion
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Applesauce Cake
PPG
Nearly identical
Simple Pleasures
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Silence Is Golden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fresh Sawdust
Behr
Nearly identical
Empire Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Golden Popover
Valspar
Nearly identical
Season Finale
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Forty-Niner Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forty-Niner Gold Met.
#C3A474
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forty-Niner Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forty-Niner Gold Met. 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Forty-Niner Gold Met..
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Forty-Niner Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forty-Niner Gold Met. have?
Forty-Niner Gold Met. by MPC has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Forty-Niner Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Medallion by Dunn-Edwards (#C3A679), Applesauce Cake by PPG (#C2A377), Simple Pleasures by Benjamin Moore (#C3A67A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Forty-Niner Gold Met.?
Forty-Niner Gold Met. has an LRV of 39.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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