Ref. #D6B96C · M300-4
Gilded
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gilded Technical Profile
What color is Gilded? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D6B96C. Colors similar to Gilded include Benjamin Moore Buena Vista Gold, Valspar Dylan Velvet, PPG Spicy Mustard. Gilded has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Gilded 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 Gilded
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gilded
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gilded
#D6B96C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACBC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gilded
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gilded 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Gilded.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gilded — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gilded have?
Gilded by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Gilded from other brands?
The closest matches are Buena Vista Gold by Benjamin Moore (#D7BC75), Dylan Velvet by Valspar (#D0B469), Spicy Mustard by PPG (#D1B871). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gilded?
Gilded has an LRV of 50.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gilded's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.