Ref. #FFB801 · 2019-20
Golden Nugget
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Nugget Technical Profile
What color is Golden Nugget? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #FFB801. Colors similar to Golden Nugget include Behr Laser Lemon, Behr Empire Yellow, Vista Paint Bright'n Shiny. Golden Nugget has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, Golden Nugget 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 Nugget
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Nugget
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Nugget
#FFB801
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Nugget
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Nugget 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 Nugget.
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 Nugget — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Nugget have?
Golden Nugget by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Golden Nugget from other brands?
The closest matches are Laser Lemon by Behr (#FFB809), Empire Yellow by Behr (#FFB700), Bright'n Shiny by Vista Paint (#FFB700). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Nugget?
Golden Nugget has an LRV of 50.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Nugget's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.