Ref. #CBB489 · 1093-4
Somber
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Somber Technical Profile
What color is Somber? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CBB489. Colors similar to Somber include Valspar Dining Room Gold, Benjamin Moore Shelburne Buff, Dunn-Edwards Oak Harbor. Somber has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 47 gives Somber 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 Somber
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Dining Room Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Shelburne Buff
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oak Harbor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Only Yesterday
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Harmonic Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Perfect Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Shimmer Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Somber
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Somber
#CBB489
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Somber
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Somber 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 Somber.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Somber — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Somber have?
Somber by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Somber from other brands?
The closest matches are Dining Room Gold by Valspar (#CFB78B), Shelburne Buff by Benjamin Moore (#CCB68E), Oak Harbor by Dunn-Edwards (#CDB386). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Somber?
Somber has an LRV of 47.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Somber's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.