ColorplanBenjamin Moore Governor's Gold (CW-395) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 68. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Butter Up (SW 6681) and Farrow & Ball Yellow Ground (No.218). For trim, try Woodland Snow (2161-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 68.1 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #EFD596 |
| RGB | 239, 213, 150 |
| HSL | 42°, 74%, 76% |
About Governor's Gold
Governor's Gold (CW-395) is a light, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 68, Governor's Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Governor's Gold'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 Yellow Topaz (CSP-945), it's lighter.
How Governor's Gold changes with the light
Governor's Gold 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
Governor's Gold's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Governor's Gold 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 Governor's Gold can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Governor's Gold will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Governor's Gold in real homes
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Governor's Gold 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
Very close · ΔE 2.1
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 2.9)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.4
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 5.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Governor's Gold questions
What undertone does Governor's Gold have?
Governor's Gold has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Governor's Gold's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Governor's Gold a light or dark color?
Governor's Gold has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 68.1 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 68, Governor's Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Governor's Gold in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Butter Up SW 6681 (very close, ΔE 2.1); Farrow & Ball: Yellow Ground No.218 (close, ΔE 2.8); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (closest available, ΔE 5.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Governor's Gold?
Try Woodland Snow (2161-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Governor's Gold's undertone.
Where does Governor's Gold work best?
Governor's Gold works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 68, Governor's Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
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