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Behr Classic Gold (PPU6-17) Paint Color


Color Name: Classic Gold (PPU6-17)
Hex Color Code: #C9A367
RGB Color Code: RGB(201, 163, 103)
CMYK Values*: 0.0%, 18.9%, 48.8%, 21.2%
Color Family (Hue): Yellow





About Classic Gold (PPU6-17) color - its meaning and example


What color is Classic Gold (PPU6-17)?

Classic Gold (PPU6-17) color belongs to the Yellow color family (hue). The hexadecimal color code(color number) for Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is #C9A367, and the RGB color code is RGB(201, 163, 103).

In the RGB color model, Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has a red value of 201, a green value of 163, and a blue value of 103. The CMYK color model (also known as process color, used in color printing) comprises 0.0% cyan, 18.9% magenta, 48.8% yellow, and 21.2% key (black). The HSL color scale has a hue of 36.7° (degrees), 47.6 % saturation, and 59.6 % lightness. In the HSB/HSV color space, Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has a hue of 36.7° (degrees), 48.8 % saturation and 78.8 % brightness/value.


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is cool or warm?

The color Classic Gold (PPU6-17) is a warm color.


What is the LRV of Classic Gold (PPU6-17)?

Classic Gold (PPU6-17) has an LRV of nearly 40. By LRV value, it is a medium color.

Light Reflectance Value (LRV) is a measure of how much visible light is reflected off a surface. It is a number on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white. The higher the LRV, the more light the color reflects and the lighter it will appear.



Dark Color

Classic Gold (PPU6-17)

Light Color


Compare LRV 40 of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) with dark and light Color




LRV is important to consider when choosing paint colors for a room, as it can affect the overall brightness and mood of the space. Lighter colors with higher LRVs will make a room feel more spacious and airy, while darker colors with lower LRVs will create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
LRV value 40 puts Behr Classic Gold (PPU6-17) paint color in the darker category.

  • Darker colors: Darker colors have lower LRV numbers because they absorb more light than they reflect. This means that they will make a room feel darker and smaller.
  • Lighter colors: Lighter colors have higher LRV numbers because they reflect more light than they absorb. This means that they will make a room feel brighter and more spacious.




Color Codes - Color Space Conversions


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) (Paint - Behr) color codes / color number / color space conversions - HEX, RGBA, CMYK, HSL, HSV/HSB, HYZ, CMY, HWB, RYB


RGBA / RGB

RGB(201, 163, 103)
Red
201 (78.8%)
Green
163 (63.9%)
Blue
103 (40.4%)
Alpha
1 (100.0%)

CMYK

Cyan
0.00%
Magenta
18.91%
Yellow
48.76%
Key
21.18%

HSL

HSL(36.73deg, 47.6 %, 59.6 %)

Hue
36.73°
Saturation
47.57 %.
Lightness
59.61 %.

RYB

RYB(64, 110, 46)
Red
64 (25.1%)
Yellow
110 (42.9%)
Blue
46 (18.1%)

HSV/HSB

Hue
36.73°
Saturation
48.76 %.
Brightness / Value
78.82 %.

HWB

H: 36.73°

W: 40.39 %

B: 21.18 %

XYZ

X : 39.63

Y : 39.59

Z : 18.38

YXY

Y1 : 39.59

X : 0.41

Y2 : 0.41

CMY

C : 21.18%

M : 36.08%

Y : 59.61%


LRV

~ 39.6 %

Munsell Color System

2.4Y 6.8/5.7

CIE-Lab

L : 69.18

A : 6.4

B : 36.31

CIE-Lch

L : 69.18

C : 36.87

H : 80

CIE-Luv

L : 69.18

U : 29.11

V : 44.14

Hunter-Lab

L : 62.92

A : 2.32

B : 26.72






Similar Colors and Paints



Named colors similar to Classic Gold (PPU6-17) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the colors similar to Classic Gold (PPU6-17) (Paint - Behr). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.



#C39953
Aztec Gold
ΔE - 3.49 (96.5% similar)
#C19A6B
Camel
ΔE - 4.16 (95.8% similar)
#C19A6B
Fallow
ΔE - 4.16 (95.8% similar)
#C8AD7F
Light French Beige
ΔE - 4.68 (95.3% similar)





Similar colors from Pantone, RAL, and other color matching system


RAL Design


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Design. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to RAL Design




Pantone TCX


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone TCX. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Pantone TCX




RAL Classic


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent colors from RAL Classic. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to RAL Classic


#D2AA6D
RAL 1002 - Sand Yellow
ΔE - 2.15 (97.8% similar)
#D0B084
RAL 1001 - Beige
ΔE - 5.18 (94.8% similar)
#BA8F4C
RAL 1024 - Ochre Yellow
ΔE - 6.10 (93.9% similar)


Pantone PMS


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent colors from Pantone PMS. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Pantone PMS


#BD9B60
PANTONE 7562 C
ΔE - 2.85 (97.1% similar)
#D6A461
PANTONE 7509 C
ΔE - 3.39 (96.6% similar)
#C6AA76
PANTONE 466 C
ΔE - 3.49 (96.5% similar)
#CBA052
PANTONE 7407 C
ΔE - 3.50 (96.5% similar)


British Standard 4800


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent colors from British Standard 4800. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to British Standard 4800


#BD984B
BS 08-B-19 - Beige
ΔE - 5.00 (95.0% similar)
#D3A54C
BS 08-C-33 - Beige
ΔE - 5.21 (94.8% similar)
#DDB158
BS 08-B-17 - Fawn
ΔE - 6.50 (93.5% similar)
#E4AC74
BS 06-C-33 - Cameo
ΔE - 6.75 (93.3% similar)





Paint similar to Classic Gold (PPU6-17) (Paint - Behr)


Here are the best recommended paint colors similar to Classic Gold (PPU6-17) (Paint - Behr). Delta E (ΔE) is the measure of the difference between two colors. Delta E is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where 0 means exact match, and 100 is the highest difference.


Behr


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from Behr. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Behr




Dunn-Edwards


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from Dunn-Edwards. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Dunn-Edwards


#CDA563
Caribou Herd (DE 5361)
ΔE - 1.37 (98.6% similar)
#CFA46B
Root Beer Float (DE 5326)
ΔE - 2.02 (98.0% similar)
#C69C5D
Wildflower Honey (DET 486)
ΔE - 2.19 (97.8% similar)
#BFA270
Bread Pudding (DE 6159)
ΔE - 3.11 (96.9% similar)


Valspar


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from Valspar. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Valspar


#C79E5F
Wild Mustard Seed (M159)
ΔE - 1.61 (98.4% similar)
#CBA25E
Earthen Sienna (3007-5B)
ΔE - 1.65 (98.4% similar)
#CC9F61
Lewis Gold (3005-7C)
ΔE - 2.15 (97.9% similar)
#CB9E61
Gobi Gold (T518)
ΔE - 2.31 (97.7% similar)





PPG Paints


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from PPG Paints. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to PPG Paints


#C49E69
Good Life (PPG1090-5)
ΔE - 2.16 (97.8% similar)
#C7A06C
Bleached Maple (PPG1089-5)
ΔE - 2.19 (97.8% similar)
#C09C6A
Welcome Home (PPG1092-5)
ΔE - 3.05 (97.0% similar)
#C09856
Amaretto Sours (PPG1106-6)
ΔE - 3.45 (96.5% similar)


Benjamin Moore


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from Benjamin Moore. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Benjamin Moore


#C29B63
Coffeehouse Ochre (CW-385)
ΔE - 2.50 (97.5% similar)
#C59E55
Autumn Gold (2152-30)
ΔE - 3.05 (97.0% similar)
#C29E54
Leap of Faith (210)
ΔE - 3.61 (96.4% similar)
#C2A579
Simple Pleasures (1097)
ΔE - 4.02 (96.0% similar)


Sherwin Williams


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) similar/equivalent paint from Sherwin Williams. Conversion of Classic Gold (PPU6-17) to Sherwin Williams


#C19F6E
Empire Gold (SW 0012)
ΔE - 2.79 (97.2% similar)
#C99E53
Alchemy (SW 6395)
ΔE - 3.20 (96.8% similar)
#C2A462
Antiquity (SW 6402)
ΔE - 3.21 (96.8% similar)
#CC9B5C
Butternut (SW 6389)
ΔE - 3.55 (96.5% similar)








Color Combinations


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Monochromatic Color Palette

Monochromatic colors belong to the same hue angle but different tints and shades. Monochromatic color palette can be generated by keeping the exact hue of the base color and then changing the saturation and lightness.

Analogous Color Palette

Analogous colors are a group of colors adjacent to each other on a color wheel. Group of these adjacent colors forms Analogous color scheme Palette. Analogous Palette can be generated by increasing or decreasing the hue value by 30 points.

Triadic Color Palette

The triadic color palette has three colors separated by 120° in the RGB color wheel

Tetradic Color Palette

The tetradic colour scheme composed of two sets of complementary colors in a rectangular shape on the color wheel.







Example Color Images and Mockup


Classic Gold (PPU6-17) - #C9A367 Color Images and Patterns


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