Sherwin Williams Rookwood Antique Gold: A Complete Color Review

Looking for the perfect deep mustard paint color for your home? Let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Rookwood Antique Gold and if it might be right for your home!

Earthy colors are having a big moment, and I’m all for it.

There’s just something about those natural, grounded tones that make a space feel warm and welcoming. And no, it’s not just about greens and blues! (Although those are gorgeous, too!)

Lately, there has been a cozy mix of yellows, beiges, and caramel browns.

These shades add just the right amount of warmth—they're classic but still fresh. It’s like bringing a little bit of nature inside, in an effortless way.

So today, let’s talk about Sherwin Williams Rookwood Antique Gold and why it may be right for your home.

Rookwood Antique Gold, Sherwin Williams, SW 2814

Rookwood Antique Gold is a deep, warm mustard. It's one of those lucky colors that feels both bold and timeless.

Color Family

Rookwood Antique Gold is in the yellow family.

Light Reflectance Value

25

Light Reflective Value is the measurement of how much light a color bounces around. This is on a scale of 0 to 100, with 0 being pure black and 100 being pure white.

With an LRV of 25, Rookwood Antique Gold is a mid-tone, meaning it shifts depending on the lighting.

In bright rooms, it looks lighter and warmer. In dim spaces, it deepens into a cozy, rich tone.

RGB Colors

R: 165 G: 130 B: 88

RGB describes the amount of each color - red, green, and blue - present in a color. This is on a scale of 0 to 255 for each color. This is basically the color mix to make the color!

Hex Code

#A58258

Undertones

Rookwood Antique Gold has golden, red, and brown undertones.

In south-facing rooms with lots of natural light, Rookwood Antique Gold will appear warmer, lighter, and more golden.

In darker spaces, such as north-facing rooms, Rookwood Antique Gold will appear darker, more brown, and slightly cooler, though it always stays warm.

Best uses

You can use Rookwood Antique Gold almost anywhere. It feels inviting without being loud, which makes it great for rooms where you want to unwind.

You can use it in big spaces or small accents. It looks especially great in historic homes.

I’d try it in:

• Living rooms, bedrooms, or dens where you want a cozy, organic feel
• Accent wall
• A focal point such as a fireplace or built-ins
• Home exterior
• Interior or exterior doors
• Shutters
• Cabinets
• Furniture

Similar Colors

If you like the vibe of Rookwood Antique Gold, you might also love:

• Sherwin Williams Chamois
• Benjamin Moore Byzantine Gold
• Behr Temple Tile
• Sherwin Williams Nankeen
• Benjamin Moore Deep Ochre
• Behr Hazel
• Sherwin Williams Almond Roca

Coordinating Colors

Rookwood Antique Gold pairs well with warm neutrals, deep earth tones, and muted shades. It’s easy to work with, and it looks amazing next to both light and dark colors.

Deep, dark grays / blues / blacks:

• Mount Etna
• Big Dipper
• Cyberspace
• Sea Serpent
• Tarragon

Light to mid tans / beiges:

• Row House Tan
• Colony Buff
• Macadamia
• Softer Tan
• Quinoa

Warm / creamy whites:

• Dover White
• Oyster White
• Creamy
• Aged White
• Shoji White

Trim Colors

As a warm paint color, Rookwood Antique Gold pairs well with soft, creamy whites for a cozy, welcoming look.

Soft white trim colors:

• Sherwin Williams Alabaster
• Benjamin Moore White Dove
• Behr Cameo White

FAQS

Here are some frequently asked questions about Rookwood Antique Gold.

Is Rookwood Antique Gold warm or cool?

Rookwood Antique Gold is a warm paint color. It's a deep mustard with golden, red, and brown undertones.

Where to use Rookwood Antique Gold?

Rookwood Antique Gold is versatile and neutral enough to use almost anywhere! Think big spaces or small accents. It looks especially great in historic homes.

Try Rookwood Antique Gold for furniture, living rooms, bedrooms, dens, an accent wall, a fireplace, built-ins, a home exterior, doors, shutters, or cabinets.

What color trim with Rookwood Antique Gold?

As a warm paint color, Rookwood Antique Gold pairs well with soft, creamy whites for a cozy, welcoming look. Try it with SW Alabaster, BM White Dove, or Behr Cameo White.

Is Rookwood Antique Gold too bright?

No, Rookwood Antique Gold is not too bright. It's a deep muted mustard. While it has golden undertones, they're muted and prevent Rookwood Antique Gold from appearing too bright or yellow.

Give it a swatch in your home and see what you think!

What's the difference: SW Rookwood Antique Gold vs Rookwood Amber?

While both fall in Sherwin Williams' Historic Color collection, Rookwood Antique Gold is a deep muted mustard (more yellow) and Rookwood Amber is a muted orange-yellow (more orange).

Rookwood Antique Gold is a bit darker than Rookwood Amber, although both are mid-toned paint colors.

Lastly, Rookwood Antique Gold is more muted, whereas Rookwood Amber is more saturated.

Swatching both colors will help you see the difference and decide which one suits your style best.

Thanks for reading!