Bakelite Gold 6368 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D7995D, estimated 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.
Sherwin-Williams · #D7995D · 6368
Bakelite Gold
38%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bakelite Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#D7995D
RGB215, 153, 93
Estimated LRV38.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Bakelite Gold
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bakelite Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bakelite Gold are Apple Cider by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Golden Meadow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Toffee Cream by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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