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El Sereno Gold
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
El Sereno Gold Technical Profile
What color is El Sereno Gold? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #BA9A5C. Colors similar to El Sereno Gold include Hirshfield's Gold Finch, Vista Paint Gold Finch, Sherwin-Williams Escapade Gold. El Sereno Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives El Sereno Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, El Sereno Gold pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to El Sereno Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With El Sereno Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
El Sereno Gold
#BA9A5C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for El Sereno Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
El Sereno 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 El Sereno Gold.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
El Sereno Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does El Sereno Gold have?
El Sereno Gold by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match El Sereno Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Gold Finch by Hirshfield's (#BA9B5D), Gold Finch by Vista Paint (#B89A59), Escapade Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#B89B59). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of El Sereno Gold?
El Sereno Gold has an LRV of 34.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why El Sereno Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.