Golden Compass TB-87 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #CFA974, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Glittering Sun from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFA974 · TB-87
Golden Compass
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Compass Technical Profile
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Golden Compass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Compass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzGolden Compass
Nearly identical
BehrGlittering Sun
Glittering Sun
Behr
Nearly identical
Camel Back
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Balsam Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnt Ivory
PPG
Nearly identical
Goby Desert
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Fleece
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lewis Gold
Valspar
Nearly identical
Root Beer Float
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cork Board
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grain .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Compass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Compass
#CFA974
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Compass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Compass 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Golden Compass.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Compass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Compass have?
Golden Compass by Kilz has a neutral 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 Golden Compass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Compass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Compass are Glittering Sun by Behr (a near-identical match), Camel Back by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Balsam Brown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Compass'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 Compass?
Golden Compass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.9, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Compass's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.