Golden Honey 297 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBE2A1, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Durango Dust from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FBE2A1 · 297
Golden Honey
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Honey Technical Profile
HEX Code#FBE2A1
RGB251, 226, 161
Estimated LRV72.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Golden Honey
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Honey
#FBE2A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8D161
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Honey 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
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Golden Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Honey have?
Golden Honey by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Honey from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Honey are Durango Dust by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Primrose Path by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lemon Caipirinha by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Honey'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 Honey?
Golden Honey has a estimated lightness value of 72.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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