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Pearly Gates
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pearly Gates Technical Profile
What color is Pearly Gates? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F8EED6. Colors similar to Pearly Gates include Hirshfield's Cheesecake, Valspar Veranda Ivory, Behr French Creme. Pearly Gates has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Pearly Gates reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Pearly Gates
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pearly Gates
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pearly Gates
#F8EED6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pearly Gates
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pearly Gates Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pearly Gates.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pearly Gates — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pearly Gates have?
Pearly Gates by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Pearly Gates from other brands?
The closest matches are Cheesecake by Hirshfield's (#F7EED7), Veranda Ivory by Valspar (#F8EDD4), French Creme by Behr (#F5EBD4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pearly Gates?
Pearly Gates has an LRV of 82.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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