ColorplanBenjamin Moore Goldfield (292) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 65. Closest matches: Farrow & Ball Citron (No.74). For trim, try Linen White (OC-146).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 64.7 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EAD180 |
| RGB | 234, 209, 128 |
| HSL | 46°, 72%, 71% |
About Goldfield
Goldfield (292) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 65, Goldfield has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Goldfield'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 Treasure Trove (285), it's warmer.
How Goldfield changes with the light
Goldfield 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
Goldfield's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Goldfield 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 Goldfield can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Goldfield will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Goldfield in real homes
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Goldfield 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 5.0
Also close: Venetian Yellow (ΔE 5.1)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Very close · ΔE 2.2
Also close: Yellow Ground (ΔE 4.2)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.1
Also close: Lemon Sorbet (ΔE 7.7)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Goldfield questions
What undertone does Goldfield have?
Goldfield has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Goldfield's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Goldfield a light or dark color?
Goldfield has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 64.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 65, Goldfield has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Goldfield in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 5.0); Farrow & Ball: Citron No.74 (very close, ΔE 2.2); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 7.1). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Goldfield?
Try Linen White (OC-146) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Goldfield's undertone.
Where does Goldfield work best?
Goldfield works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 65, Goldfield has visible color without darkening a room much.
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