Ref. #C29858 · MP21962
Plaque Gold Met.
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Plaque Gold Met. Technical Profile
What color is Plaque Gold Met.? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #C29858. Colors similar to Plaque Gold Met. include Behr Amber Autumn, Kilz Cairo Gold, PPG Amaretto Sours. Plaque Gold Met. has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Plaque Gold Met. depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Plaque Gold Met. pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Plaque Gold Met.
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plaque Gold Met.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plaque Gold Met.
#C29858
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plaque Gold Met.
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plaque 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 Plaque Gold Met..
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plaque Gold Met. — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plaque Gold Met. have?
Plaque Gold Met. by MPC has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Plaque Gold Met. from other brands?
The closest matches are Amber Autumn by Behr (#C49959), Cairo Gold by Kilz (#C09658), Amaretto Sours by PPG (#C09856). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Plaque Gold Met.?
Plaque Gold Met. has an LRV of 34.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plaque Gold Met.'s warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.