Venetian Gold 2158-20 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C78846, LRV 28 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bar of Gold from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C78846 · 2158-20
Venetian Gold
28%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Venetian Gold Technical Profile
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Venetian Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Venetian 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 MooreVenetian Gold
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBar of Gold
Bar of Gold
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tassel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Glaze
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Fancy Suede
Valspar
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Glaze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Leaf
Behr
Very similar
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Ginger Spice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ginger Beer
PPG
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Venetian Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Venetian Gold
#C78846
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Venetian Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Venetian 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 Venetian 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.
Venetian Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Venetian Gold have?
Venetian Gold by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) 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 Venetian Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Venetian Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Venetian Gold are Bar of Gold by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Tassel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Butterscotch Glaze by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Venetian 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 Venetian Gold?
Venetian Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.1, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Venetian Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.