Dusty Gold 40YY 49/408 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D8BC70, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gilded from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D8BC70 · 40YY 49/408
Dusty Gold
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dusty Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8BC70
RGB216, 188, 112
Estimated LRV51.7
UndertoneNeutral
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 Dusty Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusty Gold
#D8BC70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACBC76
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusty Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusty Gold 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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Dusty Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusty Gold have?
Dusty Gold by PPG has a neutral 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 Dusty Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusty Gold are Gilded by Behr (a close digital match), Buena Vista Gold by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Golden Thread by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Dusty Gold'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 Dusty Gold?
Dusty Gold has a estimated lightness value of 51.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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