Golden Tan 2152-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E1C48A, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #E1C48A · 2152-40
Golden Tan
54%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1C48A
RGB225, 196, 138
Estimated LRV54.3
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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Colors That Work With Golden Tan
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Tan
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Tan Room Palettes
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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 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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Tan are Ripe Wheat by Behr (a close digital match), Flaxen Hair by PPG (a close digital match), Harpswell Green by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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