Stuart Gold HC-10 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFB967, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dandelion Wish from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFB967 · HC-10
Stuart Gold
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Stuart Gold Technical Profile
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Stuart Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Stuart 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 MooreStuart Gold
Nearly identical
BehrDandelion Wish
Dandelion Wish
Behr
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Lollipop
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gold Doubloon
PPG
Nearly identical
Santa Fe Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Bright Idea
Vista Paint
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Quilt Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Quilted Gold
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Equator
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Stuart Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Stuart Gold
#DFB967
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Stuart Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Stuart 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 Stuart 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.
Stuart Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Stuart Gold have?
Stuart 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 Stuart Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Stuart Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Stuart Gold are Dandelion Wish by Behr (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Lollipop by Valspar (a near-identical match), Gold Doubloon by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Stuart 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 Stuart Gold?
Stuart Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.7, 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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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 Stuart Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.