Ref. #DCB482 · 3003-5C
Imperial Gold
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Imperial Gold Technical Profile
What color is Imperial Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DCB482. Colors similar to Imperial Gold include Behr Cellini Gold, Benjamin Moore Dark Beige, Behr Fortune Cookie. Imperial Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Imperial Gold sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Imperial Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Imperial Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Imperial Gold
#DCB482
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Imperial Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Imperial 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Imperial Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Imperial Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Imperial Gold have?
Imperial Gold by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Imperial Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Cellini Gold by Behr (#DEB584), Dark Beige by Benjamin Moore (#D9B382), Fortune Cookie by Behr (#DCB789). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Imperial Gold?
Imperial Gold has an LRV of 49.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Imperial Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.