Illusion of Gold 60YY 65/321 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E4D799, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Hotsprings from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E4D799 · 60YY 65/321
Illusion of Gold
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Illusion of Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#E4D799
RGB228, 215, 153
Estimated LRV67.4
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Illusion of Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Illusion of Gold
#E4D799
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5BD75
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Illusion of Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Illusion of 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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Illusion of Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Illusion of Gold have?
Illusion of Gold by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Illusion of Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Illusion of Gold are Desert Hotsprings by Valspar (a close digital match), Bamboo Mat by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Yellow Clover by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Illusion of 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 Illusion of Gold?
Illusion of Gold has a estimated lightness value of 67.4, 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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