Clay Fire 1070-4 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D8A686, estimated LRV 44 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Nairobi Dusk from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D8A686 · 1070-4
Clay Fire
44%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Clay Fire Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8A686
RGB216, 166, 134
Estimated LRV43.6
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Clay Fire
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Clay Fire
#D8A686
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8B17A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Clay Fire
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Clay Fire 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
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Clay Fire — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Clay Fire have?
Clay Fire by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Clay Fire from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Clay Fire are Nairobi Dusk by Behr (a close digital match), Wholesome Peach by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Milk and Honey by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Clay Fire's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Clay Fire?
Clay Fire has a estimated lightness value of 43.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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