Golden Straw 2152-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F0DEB6, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Calla from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F0DEB6 · 2152-50
Golden Straw
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Straw Technical Profile
HEX Code#F0DEB6
RGB240, 222, 182
Estimated LRV69.9
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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#F2DFB7
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#F2E1BA
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#F3DFB6
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#EFDBB3
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#F5E2BB
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#F4E3BC
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Crème Fraîche
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#EBDAB5
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#F2DEB9
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Colors That Work With Golden Straw
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Straw
#F0DEB6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C171
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Straw 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 Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Straw have?
Golden Straw 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 Straw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Straw are Calla by Behr (a close digital match), Demure Yellow by Valspar (a close digital match), Belgian Waffle by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Straw'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 Straw?
Golden Straw has a estimated lightness value of 69.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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