ColorplanBenjamin Moore Golden Mist (2158-40) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm peach undertone and an LRV of 53. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Orangery (No.70). For trim, try Fondant (AF-255).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 53.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E8B981 |
| RGB | 232, 185, 129 |
| HSL | 33°, 69%, 71% |
About Golden Mist
Golden Mist (2158-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore that leans peach. With an LRV of 53, Golden Mist has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Mist'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. Next to Orange Ice (166), it's cooler.
How Golden Mist changes with the light
Golden Mist 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 Mist's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Golden Mist 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 Mist can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Golden Mist will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Golden Mist in real homes
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Golden Mist 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 5.5
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 7.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Golden Mist questions
What undertone does Golden Mist have?
Golden Mist has a warm peach undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Mist's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Golden Mist a light or dark color?
Golden Mist has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 53.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 53, Golden Mist has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Golden Mist in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Compatible Cream SW 6387 (closest available, ΔE 5.5); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (close, ΔE 3.2); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 6.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Golden Mist?
Try Fondant (AF-255) on trim and Whitewater Bay (OC-70) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Golden Mist's undertone.
Where does Golden Mist work best?
Golden Mist works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 53, Golden Mist has visible color without darkening a room much.
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