King'S Ransom Gold 30YY 42/337 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CAAD72, estimated LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gold Tweed from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CAAD72 · 30YY 42/337
King'S Ransom Gold
44%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
King'S Ransom Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAAD72
RGB202, 173, 114
Estimated LRV43.7
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 King'S Ransom Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
King'S Ransom Gold
#CAAD72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABB57D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for King'S Ransom Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
King'S Ransom Gold Room Palettes
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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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King'S Ransom Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does King'S Ransom Gold have?
King'S Ransom Gold 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 King'S Ransom Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to King'S Ransom Gold are Gold Tweed by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Flax Straw by Behr (a close digital match), Citrine by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting King'S Ransom 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 King'S Ransom Gold?
King'S Ransom Gold has a estimated lightness value of 43.7, 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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