Gates of Gold 0997 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #CE9059, 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.
Ref. #CE9059 · 0997
Gates of Gold
34%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gates of Gold Technical Profile
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Gates of Gold in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gates of Gold in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintGates of Gold
Nearly identical
PPGPolo Pony
Polo Pony
PPG
Nearly identical
Gates of Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pumpkin Bread
Behr
Nearly identical
Hazelnut Coffee
Valspar
Very similar
Salted Caramel
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ginger Spice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Butterscotch
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Autumnal
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bright Marigold
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gates of Gold
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gates of Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gates 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Gates 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gates of Gold in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gates of Gold from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gates of Gold are Polo Pony by PPG (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 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gates of Gold's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.