ColorplanBenjamin Moore Golden Tan (2152-40) is a mid-tone beige with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 57. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jonquil (SW 6674), Farrow & Ball Ciara Yellow (No.73) and Behr Honey Tea (MQ2-18). For trim, try Winter Sky (2163-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Beige |
| LRV | 56.7 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #E0C389 |
| RGB | 224, 195, 137 |
| HSL | 40°, 58%, 71% |
About Golden Tan
Golden Tan (2152-40) is a mid-tone, medium-strength beige from Benjamin Moore that leans yellow. With an LRV of 57, Golden Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Tan's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. It's very close to Chestertown Buff (HC-9); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Golden Tan changes with the light
Golden Tan 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 Tan's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Golden Tan 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 Tan can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Golden Tan will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Golden Tan in real homes
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Golden Tan 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
Close · ΔE 4.6
Also close: Compatible Cream (ΔE 4.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Yellow Ground (ΔE 2.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Golden Tan questions
What undertone does Golden Tan have?
Golden Tan has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Golden Tan's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Golden Tan a light or dark color?
Golden Tan has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 57, Golden Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Golden Tan in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (close, ΔE 4.6); Farrow & Ball: Ciara Yellow No.73 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (very close, ΔE 1.8). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Golden Tan?
Try Winter Sky (2163-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Golden Tan's undertone.
Where does Golden Tan work best?
Golden Tan works well in open-plan living areas, hallways, living rooms and bedrooms. With an LRV of 57, Golden Tan has visible color without darkening a room much.
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