Bar of Gold 213-6DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #C88A47, LRV 31 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Venetian Gold from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C88A47 · 213-6DB
Bar of Gold
31%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bar of Gold Technical Profile
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Bar of Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bar of Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyBar of Gold
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreVenetian Gold
Venetian Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tassel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Shetland
Valspar
Nearly identical
Slightly Golden
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Golden Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Golden Sunrise
Kilz
Very similar
Butterscotch Glaze
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Butterscotch Glaze
Vista Paint
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bar of Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bar of Gold
#C88A47
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.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bar of Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bar of 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Bar of 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.
Bar of Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bar of Gold have?
Bar of Gold by Dutch Boy 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 Bar of Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bar of Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bar of Gold are Venetian Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tassel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Shetland by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bar of 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 Bar of Gold?
Bar of Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.9, 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 Bar of Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.