Sullen Gold DE5454 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #A58B34, estimated LRV 27 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Autumn Festival from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #A58B34 · DE5454
Sullen Gold
27%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sullen Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#A58B34
RGB165, 139, 52
Estimated LRV26.7
UndertoneNeutral
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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#A28B36
Close digital match
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#A88B2D
Close digital match
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#A99035
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Colors That Work With Sullen Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sullen Gold
#A58B34
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AC60
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sullen Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sullen 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
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Sullen Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sullen Gold have?
Sullen Gold by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral 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 Sullen Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sullen Gold are Autumn Festival by PPG (a close digital match), Scottish Moss by Valspar (a close digital match), Bronze Green by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sullen 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 Sullen Gold?
Sullen Gold has a estimated lightness value of 26.7, 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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