Ref. #CFC89F · K-452
Gold Mountain
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Gold Mountain Technical Profile
What color is Gold Mountain? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #CFC89F. Colors similar to Gold Mountain include Dunn-Edwards Floating Lily Pad, Behr Final Straw, Behr Anjou Pear. Gold Mountain has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Gold Mountain sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Gold Mountain 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 Gold Mountain
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gold Mountain
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gold Mountain
#CFC89F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gold Mountain
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gold Mountain 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 Gold Mountain.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gold Mountain — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gold Mountain have?
Gold Mountain by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Gold Mountain from other brands?
The closest matches are Floating Lily Pad by Dunn-Edwards (#CCC7A1), Final Straw by Behr (#CFC99C), Anjou Pear by Behr (#CBC79E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gold Mountain?
Gold Mountain has an LRV of 57.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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