Frosted Copper 70YR 33/287 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C89273, estimated LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Adobe Bricks from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C89273 · 70YR 33/287
Frosted Copper
34%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Frosted Copper Technical Profile
HEX Code#C89273
RGB200, 146, 115
Estimated LRV34.1
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 Frosted Copper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frosted Copper
#C89273
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4AC7E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frosted Copper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frosted Copper 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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Frosted Copper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frosted Copper have?
Frosted Copper 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 Frosted Copper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frosted Copper are Adobe Bricks by Kilz (a close digital match), Ferrous by Behr (a close digital match), Peanut Brittle by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Frosted Copper'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 Frosted Copper?
Frosted Copper has a estimated lightness value of 34.1, 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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