Spice Gold 1040 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BDA57F, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glowing Dune from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDA57F · 1040
Spice Gold
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spice Gold Technical Profile
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Spice Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spice Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSpice Gold
Nearly identical
ValsparGlowing Dune
Glowing Dune
Valspar
Nearly identical
Equestrian
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rich Reward
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Age
Behr
Nearly identical
Rich Reward
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tarnished Treasure
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Summerwood Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Corked Tan
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Zucchini Garden
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spice Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spice Gold
#BDA57F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spice Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spice 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 Spice 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.
Spice Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spice Gold have?
Spice Gold 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 Spice Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spice Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spice Gold are Glowing Dune by Valspar (a near-identical match), Caraway Seed by Valspar (a near-identical match), Equestrian by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spice 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 Spice Gold?
Spice Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.3, 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 Spice Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.