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Pan for Gold
48%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pan for Gold Technical Profile
What color is Pan for Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #EDB45E. Colors similar to Pan for Gold include Behr Kernel, Valspar Afternoon Tea, Sherwin-Williams Olden Amber. Pan for Gold has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Pan for Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pan for Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pan for Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pan for Gold
#EDB45E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C0CA68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pan for Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pan for 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pan for Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pan for Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pan for Gold have?
Pan for Gold by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pan for Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Kernel by Behr (#EFB667), Afternoon Tea by Valspar (#F4B65B), Olden Amber by Sherwin-Williams (#EEB76B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pan for Gold?
Pan for Gold has an LRV of 47.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pan for Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.