Gates of Gold 0997 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CE9059, estimated LRV 34 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Polo Pony from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #CE9059 · 0997
Gates of Gold
34%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gates of Gold Technical Profile
HEX Code#CE9059
RGB206, 144, 89
Estimated LRV33.8
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandVista Paint
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Colors That Work With Gates of Gold
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gates of Gold
#CE9059
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAB878
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gates of Gold
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gates of Gold Room Palettes
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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
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Gates of Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gates of Gold have?
Gates of Gold by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Gates of Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gates of Gold are Polo Pony by PPG (a close digital match), Gates of Gold by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Pumpkin Bread by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Gates of Gold'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 Gates of Gold?
Gates of Gold has a estimated lightness value of 33.8, 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.
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