Independent Gold 6401 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D2BA83, 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.
Ref. #D2BA83 · 6401
Independent Gold
51%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Independent Gold Technical Profile
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Independent Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Independent 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-WilliamsIndependent Gold
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSulfur Yellow
Sulfur Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spinning Straw Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Shore Grass
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Desert Camel
Behr
Nearly identical
Toasted Marshmallow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pale Ale
Kilz
Very similar
Harpswell Green
Valspar
Very similar
Follow the Leader
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Independent Gold
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
Pure 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
Similar Sherwin-Williams Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Independent Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Independent Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Independent Gold are Sulfur Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sombrero by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Wandering Heart by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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