Delightful Golden 2158-30 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D29851, LRV 37 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Saffron Strands from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D29851 · 2158-30
Delightful Golden
37%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Delightful Golden Technical Profile
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Delightful Golden in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Delightful Golden in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreDelightful Golden
Nearly identical
BehrSaffron Strands
Saffron Strands
Behr
Nearly identical
Georgian Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Poseidon's Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Georgian Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Ceremonial Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Bran Muffin
PPG
Nearly identical
Pattypan Squash
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Kilz
Very similar
Honey Beehive
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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.
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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 sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Delightful Golden in your own space before committing.
What colors match Delightful Golden from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Delightful Golden are Saffron Strands by Behr (a near-identical match), Saffron Strands by Behr (a near-identical match), Georgian Yellow by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Delightful Golden'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 Delightful Golden?
Delightful Golden has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 36.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.