ColorplanBenjamin Moore Golden Groves (313) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 66. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Babouche (No.223) and Behr Lemon Sorbet (330B-6). For trim, try Colonial Cream (OC-77).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 66.1 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FACF70 |
| RGB | 250, 207, 112 |
| HSL | 41°, 93%, 71% |
About Golden Groves
Golden Groves (313) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 66, Golden Groves has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Groves'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 Sunny Days (172); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Golden Groves changes with the light
Golden Groves 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 Groves's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Golden Groves 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 Groves can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Golden Groves will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Golden Groves in real homes
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Golden Groves 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 5.1
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 7.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Golden Groves questions
What undertone does Golden Groves have?
Golden Groves has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Groves's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Golden Groves a light or dark color?
Golden Groves has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 66.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 66, Golden Groves has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Golden Groves in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (close, ΔE 3.6); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (close, ΔE 3.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Golden Groves?
Try Colonial Cream (OC-77) on trim and Pink Damask (OC-72) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Golden Groves's undertone.
Where does Golden Groves work best?
Golden Groves works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 66, Golden Groves has visible color without darkening a room much.
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