Polo Pony 1202-6 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D09258, LRV 35 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gates of Gold from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D09258 · 1202-6
Polo Pony
35%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Polo Pony Technical Profile
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Polo Pony in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Polo Pony in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPolo Pony
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGates of Gold
Gates of Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gates of Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pumpkin Bread
Behr
Nearly identical
Autumn Spice
Valspar
Very similar
Bakelite Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Butterscotch
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Golden Meadow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Apple Cider
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Habanero
Kilz
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Polo Pony
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Polo Pony
#D09258
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBBA77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Polo Pony
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Polo Pony 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Polo Pony.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Polo Pony — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Polo Pony have?
Polo Pony by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Polo Pony in your own space before committing.
What colors match Polo Pony from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Polo Pony are Gates of Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Gates of Gold by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Pumpkin Bread by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Polo Pony's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Polo Pony?
Polo Pony has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
Explore More with Polo Pony
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Polo Pony's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.