ColorplanBenjamin Moore Mayan Gold (175) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 42. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Gold Crest (SW 6670). For trim, try Parchment (OC-78).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 42.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #DFA34A |
| RGB | 223, 163, 74 |
| HSL | 36°, 70%, 58% |
About Mayan Gold
Mayan Gold (175) is a mid-tone, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 42, Mayan Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mayan 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 Golden Vista (308), it's cooler and more muted.
How Mayan Gold changes with the light
Mayan 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
Mayan Gold's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Mayan 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 Mayan Gold can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Mayan Gold will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Mayan Gold in real homes
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Mayan 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.
Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.1
Also close: India Yellow (ΔE 6.3)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.4
Also close: Lemon Sorbet (ΔE 12.2)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Mayan Gold questions
What undertone does Mayan Gold have?
Mayan Gold has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Mayan Gold's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Mayan Gold a light or dark color?
Mayan Gold has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 42.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 42, Mayan Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Mayan Gold in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Gold Crest SW 6670 (close, ΔE 3.2); Farrow & Ball: Orangery No.70 (closest available, ΔE 5.1); Behr: Honey Tea MQ2-18 (closest available, ΔE 11.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Mayan Gold?
Try Parchment (OC-78) on trim and Pink Damask (OC-72) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Mayan Gold's undertone.
Where does Mayan Gold work best?
Mayan Gold works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 42, Mayan Gold has visible color without darkening a room much.
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