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Benjamin Moore Mayan Gold 175

Mayan Gold

Benjamin Moore

175

About Mayan Gold by Benjamin Moore

Mayan Gold 175 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 42% and hue near 36° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 42.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #dfa34a

RGB: 223, 163, 74

Hue36°

Saturation70%

Lightness58%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Mayan 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 Mayan Gold looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Mayan Gold 175 a warm or cool color?
Mayan 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 Mayan Gold?
Mayan Gold sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 36°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mayan Gold?
Brightness is about 42%. Saturation is around 70%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 58%. Hue is close to 36°. The hex value is #dfa34a. The RGB value is 223, 163, 74.
Is Mayan Gold better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mayan 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 Mayan Gold?
You can match Mayan 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 Mayan Gold work best in a home?
Mayan 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 Mayan Gold compare to a pure white paint?
Mayan 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 Mayan 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 Mayan 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 Mayan Gold. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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