Soft Bronze Glow 50YY 55/171 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D2C6A6, 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.
Ref. #D2C6A6 · 50YY 55/171
Soft Bronze Glow
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soft Bronze Glow Technical Profile
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Soft Bronze Glow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soft Bronze Glow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSoft Bronze Glow
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWilliamsburg Stone
Williamsburg Stone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Knit Cardigan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Welcome Walkway
Behr
Nearly identical
Knit Cardigan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Earth Friendly
Valspar
Nearly identical
Rustling Reed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Light Aspiration
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Natural Wool
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
String
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Season'S Change
Kilz
Very similar
Metal .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Bronze Glow
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Soft Bronze Glow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soft Bronze Glow in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Laurel Canyon Beige by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Crown Point Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soft Bronze Glow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.