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Metallic Gold

Benjamin Moore · 2163-40

The Analysis

Metallic Gold acts as a warm, grounding neutral rather than a bright yellow. With an LRV of 35.19, it absorbs more light than it reflects, which pulls walls inward to create a cozy, intimate atmosphere rather than an expansive one.

This colour is best used as a sophisticated backdrop in smaller rooms like dens, home offices, or powder rooms. It lacks the brightness required for a main wall colour in large, open-concept living spaces unless you want the room to feel significantly darker.

LRV 35

History & Origin

This tone leans heavily toward a classic Heritage aesthetic. It captures the moody, rich palettes often found in late Victorian or Edwardian studies where deep, saturated colours were used to add weight to a room.

Undertonewarm
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with dark walnut or cherry wood tones to lean into the richness, or use matte black hardware to modernize the look. It is an excellent choice for a library or a formal dining room where you want to create a sense of weight and tradition.

The Mood

Living with this shade feels stable and quiet. It avoids the agitation of high-energy yellows, offering a restful, earthy warmth that feels consistent throughout the day.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

See how this colour shifts across natural and artificial light conditions.

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