Golden Rule 6383 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #CC9249, LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pattypan Squash from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CC9249 · 6383
Golden Rule
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Rule Technical Profile
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Golden Rule in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Rule in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGolden Rule
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPattypan Squash
Pattypan Squash
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Kilz
Nearly identical
Burnt Pumpkin
Behr
Nearly identical
Bugle Call
Valspar
Nearly identical
Peanut Butter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Georgian Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Slightly Golden
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Allspice
PPG
Nearly identical
Impulse
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wood .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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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 sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Rule in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Rule from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Rule are Pattypan Squash by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Vintage Find by Kilz (a near-identical match), Burnt Pumpkin by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Rule'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 Rule?
Golden Rule has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.9, 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
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.