Ref. #D5A95F · LE110-01
Heart Of Gold
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Heart Of Gold Technical Profile
What color is Heart Of Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #D5A95F. Colors similar to Heart Of Gold include Dunn-Edwards Brown Wood, Vista Paint Cat's Eye Marble, Hirshfield's Cat's Eye Marble. Heart Of Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Heart Of Gold depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Heart Of Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Brown Wood
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Cat's Eye Marble
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cat's Eye Marble
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Butterscotch Bliss
PPG
Nearly identical
Bryant Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Inheritance
Behr
Nearly identical
Royal Gold Pearl
MPC
Very similar
Pirate's Treasure
Valspar
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Heart Of Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heart Of Gold
#D5A95F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heart Of Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heart Of Gold 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Heart Of Gold.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Heart Of Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heart Of Gold have?
Heart Of Gold by Kilz has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Heart Of Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Brown Wood by Dunn-Edwards (#D7AA60), Cat's Eye Marble by Vista Paint (#D6A85F), Cat's Eye Marble by Hirshfield's (#D6A75D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Heart Of Gold?
Heart Of Gold has an LRV of 43.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Heart Of Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.