Ref. #D29851 · 2158-30
Delightful Golden
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Delightful Golden Technical Profile
What color is Delightful Golden? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D29851. Colors similar to Delightful Golden include Behr Saffron Strands, Hirshfield's Georgian Yellow, Valspar Poseidon's Gold. Delightful Golden has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 37 gives Delightful Golden depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Delightful Golden
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Delightful Golden
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Delightful Golden
#D29851
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Delightful Golden
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Delightful Golden 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 Delightful Golden.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Delightful Golden — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Delightful Golden have?
Delightful Golden by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Delightful Golden from other brands?
The closest matches are Saffron Strands by Behr (#D39953), Georgian Yellow by Hirshfield's (#D1974C), Poseidon's Gold by Valspar (#CE9650). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Delightful Golden?
Delightful Golden has an LRV of 36.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Delightful Golden's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.