Buena Vista Gold 209 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D7BC75, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusty Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7BC75 · 209
Buena Vista Gold
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Buena Vista Gold Technical Profile
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Buena Vista Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Buena Vista Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBuena Vista Gold
Nearly identical
PPGDusty Gold
Dusty Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gilded
Behr
Nearly identical
Citrus Zest
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Further Afield
Valspar
Very similar
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Highlight Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Independent Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Buena Vista Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buena Vista Gold
#D7BC75
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACBB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buena Vista Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buena Vista Gold 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Buena Vista Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Buena Vista Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buena Vista Gold have?
Buena Vista Gold by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Buena Vista Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Buena Vista Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buena Vista Gold are Dusty Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Tangy Flavor by Kilz (a near-identical match), Spicy Mustard by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Buena Vista Gold'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 Buena Vista Gold?
Buena Vista Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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