Grecian Gold 224 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9F834A, estimated LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Harmony from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9F834A · 224
Grecian Gold
24%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Grecian Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#9F834A
RGB159, 131, 74
Estimated LRV24.1
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 Familybrown
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Grecian Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Grecian Gold
#9F834A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EA775
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Grecian Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Grecian Gold 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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Grecian Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Grecian Gold have?
Grecian Gold by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Grecian Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Grecian Gold are Golden Harmony by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Trinket Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Temple Tile by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Grecian Gold'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 Grecian Gold?
Grecian Gold has a estimated lightness value of 24.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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