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Benjamin Moore Adams Gold
HC-18 · #DACA9C · LRV ~59.5
Closest tone in another brand: Sherwin-Williams Pale Moss (~95% proximity)Adams Gold (HC-18) is a light yellow from Benjamin Moore, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 59.5 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Sherwin-Williams Pale Moss (~95% proximity).
Closest tone to Adams Gold in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
59.5 · Light
Temperature
Warm
Code
HC-18
HEX
#DACA9C
RGB
218, 202, 156
HSL
45°, 46%, 73%
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Adams Gold FAQ
What is the LRV of Adams Gold?
Adams Gold has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 59.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Adams Gold in other brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Pale Moss (SW 9027), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Pale Moss (HGSW9027), ~95% proximity; Behr: Almondine (M310-4), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Summer Solstice (DET492), ~95% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Hay (No. 37), ~95% proximity; Glidden: Foothills (PPG1105-4), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Ancient Scroll (3008-8B), ~94% proximity; PPG: Twinkle Toes (PPG1109-3), ~92% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Adams Gold?
The HEX code of Adams Gold (HC-18) is #DACA9C, RGB 218, 202, 156. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.