Gamboge CW-285 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E7B372, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pyramid Gold from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E7B372 · CW-285
Gamboge
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gamboge Technical Profile
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Gamboge in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gamboge in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGamboge
Nearly identical
BehrPyramid Gold
Pyramid Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Pommery Mustard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Paloma Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Classical Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wood Thrush Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Sundancer
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Mom’s Apple Pie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Buttered Hazelnut
Valspar
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gamboge
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gamboge
#E7B372
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0C46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Gamboge
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gamboge 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 Gamboge.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gamboge — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gamboge have?
Gamboge 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 Gamboge in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gamboge from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gamboge are Pyramid Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Pommery Mustard by Kilz (a near-identical match), Paloma Tan by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gamboge'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 Gamboge?
Gamboge has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gamboge's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.