Ref. #ECDF7A · K-434
Bold Gold
72%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bold Gold Technical Profile
What color is Bold Gold? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #ECDF7A. Colors similar to Bold Gold include PPG Canary Yellow, Benjamin Moore Yellow Finch, Dunn-Edwards Lustrous Yellow. Bold Gold has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Bold Gold 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 crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Bold Gold reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Bold Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bold Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bold Gold
#ECDF7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bold Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bold 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Bold Gold.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bold Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bold Gold have?
Bold Gold by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Bold Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Canary Yellow by PPG (#EFDE75), Yellow Finch by Benjamin Moore (#EDDD72), Lustrous Yellow by Dunn-Edwards (#E6DA78). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bold Gold?
Bold Gold has an LRV of 72.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bold Gold's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.