Golden Tan 2152-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E1C48A, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ripe Wheat from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1C48A · 2152-40
Golden Tan
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Tan Technical Profile
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Golden Tan in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Tan 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 Tan
Nearly identical
BehrRipe Wheat
Ripe Wheat
Behr
Nearly identical
Flaxen Hair
PPG
Nearly identical
Harpswell Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Winsome Ecru
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sequin
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Corn Chowder
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Canary Song
Kilz
Nearly identical
Toasted Marshmallow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Venice Square
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Tan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Tan
#E1C48A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Golden Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Tan 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 Tan.
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 Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Tan have?
Golden Tan by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Tan in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Tan are Ripe Wheat by Behr (a near-identical match), Flaxen Hair by PPG (a near-identical match), Harpswell Green by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Tan'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 Tan?
Golden Tan has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.3, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Tan's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.