Ref. #E1B047 · 6690
Gambol Gold
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gambol Gold Technical Profile
What color is Gambol Gold? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #E1B047. Colors similar to Gambol Gold include Hirshfield's Lioness, Vista Paint Lioness, PPG Va Va Voom. Gambol Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Gambol 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 Gambol Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gambol Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gambol Gold
#E1B047
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5C56D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gambol Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gambol 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Gambol 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.
Gambol Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gambol Gold have?
Gambol Gold by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Gambol Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Lioness by Hirshfield's (#E0AF47), Lioness by Vista Paint (#E1AF43), Va Va Voom by PPG (#E3B34C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gambol Gold?
Gambol Gold has an LRV of 47.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gambol Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.