Golden Thread MQ4-13 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #E7C17B, estimated LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Deserted Path from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #E7C17B · MQ4-13
Golden Thread
57%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Thread Technical Profile
HEX Code#E7C17B
RGB231, 193, 123
Estimated LRV56.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Golden Thread
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Thread
#E7C17B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7C36F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Thread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Thread Room Palettes
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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
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Golden Thread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Thread have?
Golden Thread by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Thread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Thread are Deserted Path by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), York Harbor Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Rapunzel'S Golden Locks by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Thread's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Golden Thread?
Golden Thread has a estimated lightness value of 56.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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