Ref. #BC8143 · DE5300
Burmese Gold
27%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Burmese Gold Technical Profile
What color is Burmese Gold? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #BC8143. Colors similar to Burmese Gold include Benjamin Moore Dried Mustard, Vista Paint Butterscotch Glaze, Valspar Sweet and Sour. Burmese Gold has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 27 gives Burmese Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Burmese Gold pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Burmese Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Burmese Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Burmese Gold
#BC8143
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Burmese Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Burmese 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Burmese Gold.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Burmese Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Burmese Gold have?
Burmese Gold by Dunn-Edwards has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Burmese Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Dried Mustard by Benjamin Moore (#BF803F), Butterscotch Glaze by Vista Paint (#C18345), Sweet and Sour by Valspar (#BB813E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Burmese Gold?
Burmese Gold has an LRV of 26.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Burmese Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.