Ref. #E9BA82 · 2158-40
Golden Mist
52%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Mist Technical Profile
What color is Golden Mist? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E9BA82. Colors similar to Golden Mist include Sherwin-Williams Polvo de Oro, Valspar Glazed Ginger, Valspar Spun Gold. Golden Mist has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 52, Golden Mist sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Golden Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Mist
#E9BA82
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.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Mist 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 Mist.
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 Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Mist have?
Golden Mist by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Golden Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Polvo de Oro by Sherwin-Williams (#E8B87F), Glazed Ginger by Valspar (#EABC86), Spun Gold by Valspar (#EBB880). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Mist?
Golden Mist has an LRV of 51.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Mist's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.