Ref. #FFE898 · K-515
Solid Gold
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Solid Gold Technical Profile
What color is Solid Gold? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FFE898. Colors similar to Solid Gold include Behr Polka Dot Skirt, PPG Twinkle Little Star, Hirshfield's Butter Tart. Solid Gold has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Solid 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 Solid 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 Solid Gold
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Polka Dot Skirt
Behr
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Butter Tart
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mellow Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chickery Chick
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fun Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Solid Gold
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solid Gold
#FFE898
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solid Gold
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solid 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 Solid 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.
Solid Gold — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solid Gold have?
Solid Gold by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Solid Gold from other brands?
The closest matches are Polka Dot Skirt by Behr (#FDE594), Twinkle Little Star by PPG (#FCE79A), Butter Tart by Hirshfield's (#FFE99E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Solid Gold?
Solid Gold has an LRV of 81.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Solid Gold's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.