Ref. #BDA998 · 1074-4
Notorious
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Notorious Technical Profile
What color is Notorious? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #BDA998. Colors similar to Notorious include Dunn-Edwards Trail Dust, Valspar Western Sandstone, Behr Brown Teepee. Notorious has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Notorious depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Notorious
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Trail Dust
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Western Sandstone
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brown Teepee
Behr
Nearly identical
Smoky Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rosy Glow Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Quietude
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Notorious
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Notorious
#BDA998
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Notorious
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Notorious 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 Notorious.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Notorious — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Notorious have?
Notorious by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Notorious from other brands?
The closest matches are Trail Dust by Dunn-Edwards (#BFAA97), Western Sandstone by Valspar (#C0AC9C), Brown Teepee by Behr (#BDA794). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Notorious?
Notorious has an LRV of 41.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Notorious's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.