Ref. #CC9249 · 6383
Golden Rule
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Rule Technical Profile
What color is Golden Rule? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CC9249. Colors similar to Golden Rule include Kilz Vintage Find, Behr Burnt Pumpkin, Valspar Bugle Call. Golden Rule has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 34 gives Golden Rule depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Golden Rule
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Rule
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Rule
#CC9249
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Rule
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Rule 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 Golden Rule.
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 Rule — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Rule have?
Golden Rule by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Golden Rule from other brands?
The closest matches are Vintage Find by Kilz (#CD9147), Burnt Pumpkin by Behr (#CA8F45), Bugle Call by Valspar (#CF954A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Rule?
Golden Rule has an LRV of 33.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Golden Rule
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 Golden Rule's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.