Golden Bark 2153-10 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #97732F, LRV 19 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Organic Style from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #97732F · 2153-10
Golden Bark
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Bark Technical Profile
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Golden Bark in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Bark in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGolden Bark
Nearly identical
ValsparOrganic Style
Organic Style
Valspar
Nearly identical
Curly Willow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Retro Gold
Behr
Very similar
Sconce Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich and Rare
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rich and Rare
Vista Paint
Very similar
Antique Penny
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wool Tweed
PPG
Very similar
Green Brown
RAL
Visible difference
Flea Market
Kilz
Visible difference
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Bark
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Bark
#97732F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#98A455
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Bark
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Bark 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 Golden Bark.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Bark — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Bark have?
Golden Bark by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Golden Bark in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Bark from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Bark are Organic Style by Valspar (a near-identical match), Curly Willow by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Ginseng by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Golden Bark'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 Golden Bark?
Golden Bark has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Golden Bark's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.