Golden Rae 30YY 49/562 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E4BA50, estimated LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mustard Glaze from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E4BA50 · 30YY 49/562
Golden Rae
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Rae Technical Profile
HEX Code#E4BA50
RGB228, 186, 80
Estimated LRV52.2
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 Golden Rae
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Rae
#E4BA50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C66C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Rae
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Rae 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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Golden Rae — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Rae have?
Golden Rae 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 Golden Rae from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Rae are Mustard Glaze by Valspar (a close digital match), Heraldic Gold by Valspar (a close digital match), Golden Appeal by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Rae'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 Golden Rae?
Golden Rae has a estimated lightness value of 52.2, 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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