Ref. #ECC481 · 1208-4
Gold Buff
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gold Buff Technical Profile
What color is Gold Buff? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #ECC481. Colors similar to Gold Buff include Benjamin Moore York Harbor Yellow, Kilz Honey Bee, Dutch Boy Ivory White. Gold Buff has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Gold Buff sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Gold Buff
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
York Harbor Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Honey Bee
Kilz
Nearly identical
Ivory White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Egyptian Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Charismatic
Behr
Nearly identical
Deserted Path
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sunset In Italy
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pale Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gold Buff
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gold Buff
#ECC481
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBC66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gold Buff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gold Buff 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 Gold Buff.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gold Buff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gold Buff have?
Gold Buff by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Gold Buff from other brands?
The closest matches are York Harbor Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#EBC27D), Honey Bee by Kilz (#EAC281), Ivory White by Dutch Boy (#EEC784). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gold Buff?
Gold Buff has an LRV of 58.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gold Buff's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.