Golden Valley 50YY 47/337 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CBB97B, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Anjou Pear from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBB97B · 50YY 47/337
Golden Valley
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Valley Technical Profile
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Golden Valley in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Valley in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGolden Valley
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAnjou Pear
Anjou Pear
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Perennial Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Further Afield
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cool Avocado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Very similar
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Shore Grass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Olive Hint
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Goldie Oldie
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Valley
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Valley
#CBB97B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Valley
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Valley 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 Golden Valley.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Valley — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Valley have?
Golden Valley by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Valley in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Valley from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Valley are Anjou Pear by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Perennial Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Meadow View by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Valley'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 Valley?
Golden Valley has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Valley's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.