Ref. #D9AD7F · 2853
New Colonial Yellow
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
New Colonial Yellow Technical Profile
What color is New Colonial Yellow? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D9AD7F. Colors similar to New Colonial Yellow include Behr Cork, Behr Santa Fe Tan, Benjamin Moore Creamy Custard. New Colonial Yellow has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives New Colonial Yellow 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 New Colonial Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match New Colonial Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Cork by Behr (#D9AC7B), Santa Fe Tan by Behr (#D7AE83), Creamy Custard by Benjamin Moore (#D6AF84). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of New Colonial Yellow?
New Colonial Yellow has an LRV of 46.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 New Colonial Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.