Golden Meadow 2165-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #AF7F47, LRV 25 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Almond Brittle from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF7F47 · 2165-20
Golden Meadow
25%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Meadow Technical Profile
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Golden Meadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Meadow 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 Meadow
Nearly identical
BehrAlmond Brittle
Almond Brittle
Behr
Nearly identical
Bungalow Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brown Basket
PPG
Nearly identical
Fall Leaf
Kilz
Nearly identical
Unforgettably Gold
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chamois
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vintage Lincoln
Valspar
Very similar
Waxen Moon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bronzed Tan
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wood .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Meadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Meadow
#AF7F47
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB079
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Golden Meadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Meadow 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 Meadow.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Meadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Meadow have?
Golden Meadow by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Meadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Meadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Meadow are Almond Brittle by Behr (a near-identical match), Bungalow Gold by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Gold Plated by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Meadow'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 Meadow?
Golden Meadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.7, 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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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 Golden Meadow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.