Golden Wash DE5401 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #FFFEC6, estimated LRV 96 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Natural Light from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #FFFEC6 · DE5401
Golden Wash
96%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Golden Wash Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFFEC6
RGB255, 254, 198
Estimated LRV96.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandDunn-Edwards
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#FCFABE
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#F8F7C4
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Colors That Work With Golden Wash
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Wash
#FFFEC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BD65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Wash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Wash 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
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Golden Wash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Wash have?
Golden Wash by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Wash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Wash are Natural Light by Behr (a close digital match), Candlelight Yellow by Behr (a close digital match), Twinkle by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Wash'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 Golden Wash?
Golden Wash has a estimated lightness value of 96.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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