Glen Ridge Gold
What Glen Ridge Gold Actually Looks Like
Glen Ridge Gold lands squarely in rich golden yellow territory. It reads as a true, warm gold, not a pale butter and not a muddy ochre, but something confidently in between. The hex value confirms substantial saturation, and with an LRV just under 45 it sits in the medium range, bright enough to feel alive on a wall but deep enough to carry real visual weight. In strong natural light it glows. In dimmer or north-facing rooms it settles into a richer, more amber tone.
Glen Ridge Gold Undertones
The color is built on warm amber and orange foundations. There is no green or gray pulling at it. What you may notice depending on your light source is a shift between a clean yellow-gold in daylight and a deeper, almost honey-amber quality under incandescent bulbs. Either way, the warmth stays consistent.
Where Glen Ridge Gold Works Best
Glen Ridge Gold works best where you want energy and warmth rather than calm. It suits spaces that get direct or strong light, where its saturation can fully express itself. In a room with limited natural light, be prepared for it to read darker and more amber than the chip suggests. It is an interior-only color, and its medium LRV means it holds up on both walls and accent applications.
Where to put Glen Ridge Gold
A dining room with warm artificial light is a strong fit. Candles and incandescent fixtures will pull out the amber in Glen Ridge Gold, giving the room a cozy, convivial feel at dinner without looking flat or dark.
An entry or foyer benefits from a color with presence, and Glen Ridge Gold delivers that. Keep the trim a clean, bright white so the gold reads as intentional rather than aged.
In a south or east-facing office, the color stays lively and warm throughout the day. In a north-facing office, test a large sample first because it will shift noticeably toward a deeper amber and the room may feel smaller than you expect.
Used on a single accent wall in a kitchen, Glen Ridge Gold adds warmth without overwhelming the space. Pair it with white cabinetry and natural wood tones to keep things grounded.
What to Pair With Glen Ridge Gold
No Benjamin Moore coordinating colors were specified for this color in our database. Generally, Glen Ridge Gold pairs well with crisp whites to keep it from feeling heavy, with deep navy or forest green for high contrast, and with warm browns or taupes that echo its amber base.
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Colors that clash with Glen Ridge Gold
If adjacent rooms are painted in cool or blue-toned grays, Glen Ridge Gold will look orange and jarring at the transition point rather than golden.
Purple sits opposite yellow-orange on the color wheel, so violet upholstery or art can create a contrast that feels unintentional and busy rather than deliberate.
In a basement or windowless bathroom, Glen Ridge Gold loses its brightness and can read muddy or cave-like at this saturation level.
Common questions
Glen Ridge Gold has a Benjamin Moore color code of 301, a hex value of #E2AD4A, and a precise LRV of 44.9, putting it solidly in the medium range.
No. Glen Ridge Gold 301 is listed as an interior color only, so you will need to find a different option for exterior projects.
Yes. Under cool or natural daylight it reads as a warm, clear gold. Under incandescent or warm LED lighting it shifts toward a deeper amber-honey tone. Both readings are warm, but the difference is noticeable enough that testing a large sample in your actual lighting conditions before committing is worth the extra step.
Eggshell is the most practical choice for living areas and bedrooms because it is easy to clean and does not amplify surface imperfections the way satin or semi-gloss would. For high-traffic areas or a kitchen accent wall, satin holds up better to scrubbing.