Hollywood Gold 279 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CBAC56, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glorious Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CBAC56 · 279
Hollywood Gold
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Hollywood Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#CBAC56
RGB203, 172, 86
Estimated LRV40.5
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 Hollywood Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hollywood Gold
#CBAC56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hollywood Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hollywood 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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Hollywood Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hollywood Gold have?
Hollywood Gold 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 Hollywood Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hollywood Gold are Glorious Gold by PPG (a close digital match), Yellow Lupine by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Summer Chartreuse by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Hollywood 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 Hollywood Gold?
Hollywood Gold has a estimated lightness value of 40.5, 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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