Classical Gold 2831 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #EBB875, LRV 53 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pommery Mustard from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EBB875 · 2831
Classical Gold
53%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Classical Gold Technical Profile
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Classical Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classical 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-WilliamsClassical Gold
Nearly identical
KilzPommery Mustard
Pommery Mustard
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pyramid Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Bold Butterscotch
PPG
Nearly identical
Soft Marigold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Paloma Tan
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tropical Dream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peachy Ponderosa
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spun Gold
Valspar
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classical Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classical Gold
#EBB875
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classical Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classical 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 Classical 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.
Classical Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classical Gold have?
Classical 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 Classical Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classical Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classical Gold are Pommery Mustard by Kilz (a near-identical match), Pyramid Gold by Behr (a near-identical match), Bold Butterscotch by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classical 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 Classical Gold?
Classical Gold has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Classical Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.