ColorplanBenjamin Moore Golden Archway (146) is a mid-tone orange with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 50. For trim, try Peach Cooler (022).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Orange |
| LRV | 50.1 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F8AC57 |
| RGB | 248, 172, 87 |
| HSL | 32°, 92%, 66% |
About Golden Archway
Golden Archway (146) is a mid-tone, bold orange from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 50, Golden Archway has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Archway's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. Next to Mango Punch (154), it's cooler and more muted.
How Golden Archway changes with the light
Golden Archway 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
Golden Archway's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Golden Archway 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 Golden Archway can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Golden Archway will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Golden Archway in real homes
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Golden Archway 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 6.2
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 12.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.2
Also close: Cane (ΔE 10.1)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 12.9
Also close: Lemon Sorbet (ΔE 12.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Golden Archway questions
What undertone does Golden Archway have?
Golden Archway has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Archway's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Golden Archway a light or dark color?
Golden Archway has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 50.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 50, Golden Archway has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Golden Archway in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Gold Crest SW 6670 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (closest available, ΔE 6.2); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 12.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Golden Archway?
Try Peach Cooler (022) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Golden Archway's undertone.
Where does Golden Archway work best?
Golden Archway works well in living rooms, bedrooms and accent walls. With an LRV of 50, Golden Archway has visible color without darkening a room much.
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