Independent Gold 6401 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D2BA83, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sulfur Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Sherwin-Williams · #D2BA83 · 6401
Independent Gold
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Independent Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#D2BA83
RGB210, 186, 131
Estimated LRV50.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandSherwin-Williams
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Colors That Work With Independent Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Independent Gold
#D2BA83
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB67C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Independent Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Independent 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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Independent Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Independent Gold have?
Independent Gold by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral 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 Independent Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Independent Gold are Sulfur Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sombrero by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Wandering Heart by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Independent 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 Independent Gold?
Independent Gold has a estimated lightness value of 50.5, 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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