ColorplanBenjamin Moore Renaissance Gold (280) is a deep yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 29. 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 | 28.9 (dark; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #AB8F4E |
| RGB | 171, 143, 78 |
| HSL | 42°, 37%, 49% |
About Renaissance Gold
Renaissance Gold (280) is a deep, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 29, Renaissance Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Renaissance 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 Chalice (2151-20), it's cooler and more muted.
How Renaissance Gold changes with the light
Renaissance 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
Renaissance Gold's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Renaissance 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 Renaissance Gold can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Renaissance Gold will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Renaissance Gold in real homes
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Renaissance 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
Closest available · ΔE 10.3
Also close: Latte (ΔE 11.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.6
Also close: India Yellow (ΔE 6.5)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 11.6
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 13.9)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Renaissance Gold questions
What undertone does Renaissance Gold have?
Renaissance Gold has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Renaissance Gold's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Renaissance Gold a light or dark color?
Renaissance Gold has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 28.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a deep color. With an LRV of 29, Renaissance Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
What is the closest match to Renaissance Gold in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Hopsack SW 6109 (closest available, ΔE 10.3); Farrow & Ball: Duster No.319 (closest available, ΔE 5.6); Behr: Harvest Brown 710D-4 (closest available, ΔE 11.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Renaissance Gold?
Try Woodland Snow (2161-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Renaissance Gold's undertone.
Where does Renaissance Gold work best?
Renaissance Gold works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 29, Renaissance Gold absorbs more light than it reflects, so it works best in rooms with good natural light or where you want a cozier feel.
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