Ref. #CDA885 · 16-18
Covered Wagon
43%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Covered Wagon Technical Profile
What color is Covered Wagon? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CDA885. Colors similar to Covered Wagon include Valspar My Chai, Sherwin-Williams Totally Tan, Benjamin Moore Toffee Cream. Covered Wagon has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Covered Wagon 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 Covered Wagon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Covered Wagon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Covered Wagon
#CDA885
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B27F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Covered Wagon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Covered Wagon 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Covered Wagon.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Covered Wagon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Covered Wagon have?
Covered Wagon by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Covered Wagon from other brands?
The closest matches are My Chai by Valspar (#CCA683), Totally Tan by Sherwin-Williams (#CCA683), Toffee Cream by Benjamin Moore (#D3AC89). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Covered Wagon?
Covered Wagon has an LRV of 42.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Covered Wagon's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.