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Benjamin Moore Hollywood Gold 279

Hollywood Gold

Benjamin Moore

279

About Hollywood Gold by Benjamin Moore

Brightness: 42.3%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #caab55

RGB: 202, 171, 85

Hue44°

Saturation53%

Lightness56%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Hollywood Gold from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hollywood Gold looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hollywood Gold 279 a warm or cool color?
Hollywood Gold by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hollywood Gold?
Hollywood Gold sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 44°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hollywood Gold?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 53%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 56%. Hue is close to 44°. The hex value is #caab55. The RGB value is 202, 171, 85.
Is Hollywood Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hollywood Gold has brightness around 42%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Hollywood Gold?
You can match Hollywood Gold with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hollywood Gold work best in a home?
Hollywood Gold works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Hollywood Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Hollywood Gold is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hollywood Gold in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hollywood Gold in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hollywood Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Hollywood Gold. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.