Ref. #9B733C · K-992
Golden Mist
20%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Mist Technical Profile
What color is Golden Mist? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #9B733C. Colors similar to Golden Mist include Sherwin-Williams Sconce Gold, Hirshfield's Rich And Rare, PPG Sugar Maple. Golden Mist has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 20, Golden Mist creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Golden Mist pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Golden Mist
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Mist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Mist
#9B733C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0A565
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Mist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Mist 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 Golden Mist.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Mist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Mist have?
Golden Mist by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Golden Mist from other brands?
The closest matches are Sconce Gold by Sherwin-Williams (#996F32), Rich And Rare by Hirshfield's (#977540), Sugar Maple by PPG (#9C7647). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Mist?
Golden Mist has an LRV of 19.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Mist's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.