Pirate Gold adds visible warmth and energy — works well in north-facing rooms that need a lift and in spaces where cheerful is the goal. At LRV 46 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in north-facing rooms with cool light, where yellows can read acidic or greenish rather than cheerful.
Ref. #CEB24C · 45YY 43/536
Pirate Gold
46%LRV Value
Pirate Gold Technical Profile
What color is PPG Pirate Gold (45YY 43/536)? It's a medium warm yellow — hex #CEB24C, LRV 46. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Pirate Gold is Dunn-Edwards Gold Gleam — a near-identical match on the wall, with Vista Paint Slip into Sunset and Colorhouse Beeswax .05 also close. Its LRV of 46 gives Pirate Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Under 2700K warm bulbs Pirate Gold reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Pirate Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Pirate Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pirate Gold
#CEB24C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8BC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Pirate Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pirate 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Pirate Gold.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pirate Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Pirate Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pirate Gold are Gold Gleam by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Slip into Sunset by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Beeswax .05 by Colorhouse (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Pirate Gold's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Pirate Gold?
Pirate Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.5, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Pirate Gold depends on the room. Here's how to choose.