New Colonial Yellow 2853 is a orange paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #D9AD7F, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cork from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9AD7F · 2853
New Colonial Yellow
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
New Colonial Yellow Technical Profile
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New Colonial Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to New Colonial Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsNew Colonial Yellow
Nearly identical
BehrCork
Cork
Behr
Nearly identical
Creamy Custard
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Frankincense
Valspar
Nearly identical
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Nearly identical
Caramel Cloud
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Honey Hive
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cheddar Biscuit
PPG
Very similar
Sweet Sue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Western Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Colonial Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Colonial Yellow
#D9AD7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B9BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Colonial Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Colonial Yellow 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 New Colonial Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Colonial Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Colonial Yellow have?
New Colonial Yellow 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 New Colonial Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match New Colonial Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to New Colonial Yellow are Cork by Behr (a near-identical match), Santa Fe Tan by Behr (a near-identical match), Cork by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting New Colonial Yellow'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 New Colonial Yellow?
New Colonial Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 46.2, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why New Colonial Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.