Golden Ray 7869 is a yellow paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #FDD31D, estimated LRV 68 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunnyside from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Vista Paint · #FDD31D · 7869
Golden Ray
68%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Ray Technical Profile
HEX Code#FDD31D
RGB253, 211, 29
Estimated LRV67.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandVista Paint
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#F8D016
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#FAD201
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#FFD501
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Flirtatious
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#FED340
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Colors That Work With Golden Ray
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Ray
#FDD31D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0D55D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Ray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Ray 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
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Golden Ray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Ray have?
Golden Ray by Vista Paint has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Golden Ray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Ray are Sunnyside by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Traffic Yellow by RAL (a close digital match), Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Ray'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 Golden Ray?
Golden Ray has a estimated lightness value of 67.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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