Gates of Gold
Often used for its versatile qualities, Gates of Gold remains a staple for Cloverdale Paint designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to add character and warmth to any space. We've gathered 8 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.
Hex
#CF9561
LRV
36.00
Gates of Gold's Color Strip
Gates of Gold is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Spice Cookie and Gold Metal. The strip spans from Touch of Topaz at the lightest end to Gold Metal at the deepest. Color strip 59 groups these shades together so you can see how each reads next to its neighbors.
Gates of Gold in Real Rooms
Gates of Gold has a medium-high LRV of 36 — present enough to register on the wall without making a room feel heavy.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Gates of Gold in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Gates of Gold gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Gates of Gold really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Gates of Gold sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Gates of Gold in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Gates of Gold does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Gates of Gold on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Gates of Gold in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
Gates of Gold in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Gates of Gold in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Gates of Gold provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Gates of Gold on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Gates of Gold creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Gates of Gold on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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