Ref. #AC783F · 8002-19G
Vintage Lincoln
23%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Vintage Lincoln Technical Profile
What color is Vintage Lincoln? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #AC783F. Colors similar to Vintage Lincoln include Behr Roasted Cashew, PPG Brown Basket, Behr Invitation Gold. Vintage Lincoln has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Vintage Lincoln creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Vintage Lincoln reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Vintage Lincoln
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Vintage Lincoln
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Vintage Lincoln
#AC783F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAE70
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Vintage Lincoln
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Vintage Lincoln 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 Vintage Lincoln.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Vintage Lincoln — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Vintage Lincoln have?
Vintage Lincoln by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Vintage Lincoln from other brands?
The closest matches are Roasted Cashew by Behr (#B07A3F), Brown Basket by PPG (#AC7B44), Invitation Gold by Behr (#A77842). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Vintage Lincoln?
Vintage Lincoln has an LRV of 22.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Vintage Lincoln's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.