ColorplanBenjamin Moore Gamboge (CW-285) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 50. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Orangery (No.70). For trim, try Ambrosia (893).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 49.9 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E6B271 |
| RGB | 230, 178, 113 |
| HSL | 33°, 70%, 67% |
About Gamboge
Gamboge (CW-285) is a mid-tone, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 50, Gamboge has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Gamboge's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. It's very close to Eye of the Tiger (188); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Gamboge changes with the light
Gamboge has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Gamboge's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Gamboge will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Gamboge can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Gamboge will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Gamboge in real homes
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Gamboge equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 8.0
Also close: Gold Crest (ΔE 8.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.5
Also close: Pale Honey (ΔE 10.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Gamboge questions
What undertone does Gamboge have?
Gamboge has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Gamboge's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Gamboge a light or dark color?
Gamboge has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 49.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 50, Gamboge has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Gamboge in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Compatible Cream SW 6387 (closest available, ΔE 8.0); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (very close, ΔE 1.2); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 7.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Gamboge?
Try Ambrosia (893) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Gamboge's undertone.
Where does Gamboge work best?
Gamboge works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 50, Gamboge has visible color without darkening a room much.
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