Tainted Gold 11-02 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EAD795, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tomatillo from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EAD795 · 11-02
Tainted Gold
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tainted Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#EAD795
RGB234, 215, 149
Estimated LRV68.3
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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#ECDA99
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#EBDB9A
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#EEDA9C
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#EAD38F
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#EDD595
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Colors That Work With Tainted Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tainted Gold
#EAD795
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABC270
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tainted Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tainted 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
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Tainted Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tainted Gold have?
Tainted Gold by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Tainted Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tainted Gold are Tomatillo by Valspar (a close digital match), Cambridge Heights by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Aspire .03 by Colorhouse (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tainted Gold'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 Tainted Gold?
Tainted Gold has a estimated lightness value of 68.3, 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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