Damask Gold CW-405 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DEB659, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Goldenrod from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #DEB659 · CW-405
Damask Gold
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Damask Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#DEB659
RGB222, 182, 89
Estimated LRV49.7
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
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Damask Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Damask Gold
#DEB659
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C270
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Damask Gold
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Damask Gold 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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Damask Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Damask Gold have?
Damask Gold by Benjamin Moore 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 Damask Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Damask Gold are Goldenrod by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Goldenrod by Vista Paint (a close digital match), English Custard by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Damask 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 Damask Gold?
Damask Gold has a estimated lightness value of 49.7, 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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