Bakelite Gold 6368 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D7995D, LRV 38 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Apple Cider from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7995D · 6368
Bakelite Gold
38%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bakelite Gold Technical Profile
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Bakelite Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bakelite Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsBakelite Gold
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsApple Cider
Apple Cider
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Toffee Cream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Impulse
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grand Canyon
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Polo Pony
PPG
Very similar
Spice Cookie
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caramelo Dulce
Behr
Very similar
Dingo
Kilz
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bakelite Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bakelite Gold
#D7995D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEBD74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Bakelite Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bakelite 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Bakelite 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.
Bakelite Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bakelite Gold have?
Bakelite Gold by Sherwin-Williams 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 Bakelite Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bakelite Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bakelite Gold are Apple Cider by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Golden Meadow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Toffee Cream by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bakelite 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 Bakelite Gold?
Bakelite Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.0, 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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Related Reading
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 Bakelite Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.