Goldsmith CSP-960 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BC911F, LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fervent Brass from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BC911F · CSP-960
Goldsmith
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Goldsmith Technical Profile
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Goldsmith in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Goldsmith in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreGoldsmith
Nearly identical
BehrFervent Brass
Fervent Brass
Behr
Nearly identical
End of the Rainbow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Crispy Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mystic Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ripe Banana
Valspar
Very similar
Golden History
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Curry
Hirshfield's
Very similar
October Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
Golden Field
PPG
Very similar
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Honey Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Goldsmith
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Goldsmith
#BC911F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3BB53
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Goldsmith
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Goldsmith 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 Goldsmith.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Goldsmith — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Goldsmith have?
Goldsmith 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 Goldsmith in your own space before committing.
What colors match Goldsmith from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Goldsmith are Fervent Brass by Behr (a near-identical match), End of the Rainbow by Vista Paint (a very close match), Turmeric by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Goldsmith'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 Goldsmith?
Goldsmith has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Goldsmith's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.