Fool'S Gold 20YY 39/419 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CEA65D, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caribou Herd from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CEA65D · 20YY 39/419
Fool'S Gold
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fool'S Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEA65D
RGB206, 166, 93
Estimated LRV41.2
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 Fool'S Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fool'S Gold
#CEA65D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BA78
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fool'S Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fool'S 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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Fool'S Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fool'S Gold have?
Fool'S 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 Fool'S Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fool'S Gold are Caribou Herd by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Heart Of Gold by Kilz (a close digital match), Sunrise Heat by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fool'S 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 Fool'S Gold?
Fool'S Gold has a estimated lightness value of 41.2, 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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