Soft Bronze Glow 50YY 55/171 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D2C6A6, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Williamsburg Stone from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D2C6A6 · 50YY 55/171
Soft Bronze Glow
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Soft Bronze Glow Technical Profile
HEX Code#D2C6A6
RGB210, 198, 166
Estimated LRV56.8
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 Soft Bronze Glow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Bronze Glow
#D2C6A6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Bronze Glow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Bronze Glow 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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Soft Bronze Glow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Bronze Glow have?
Soft Bronze Glow 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 Soft Bronze Glow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Bronze Glow are Williamsburg Stone by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Laurel Canyon Beige by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Crown Point Sand by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Soft Bronze Glow'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 Soft Bronze Glow?
Soft Bronze Glow has a estimated lightness value of 56.8, 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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