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RAL 1036

Pearl Gold

RAL 1036 Pearl Gold is a rich, warm pearlescent gold that mimics the appearance of brushed or satin-finished gold metal. The metallic pigments create a luxurious depth and warmth that standard flat colors cannot achieve. Pearl Gold is specified for high-end architectural features, premium door hardware, elevator interiors, and decorative metalwork where a gold-toned metallic finish adds prestige and visual richness. It is particularly effective in hospitality and luxury retail environments.

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Technical Reference

Color Reference

Hex#927549
RGBrgb(146, 117, 73)
HSLhsl(36°, 33%, 43%)
CMYKcmyk(0%, 20%, 50%, 43%)
Color Analysis
RGB Composition
R
146
G
117
B
73
Temperature
WarmCool
Contrast Accessibility
White text
4.3:1Fail
Black text
4.9:1Pass

WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 contrast for normal text. Results show this color as a background.

Spectrum & Perceptual Position

Hue Spectrum
60°120°180°240°300°360°
CIELAB a*b* Chromaticity
-4004080-4004080a* (Green ← → Red)b* (Blue ← → Yellow)
L* (Lightness)51
a* (Green-Red)5
b* (Blue-Yellow)28
L* (LCh)51
C* (Chroma)29
h° (Hue)79°

CIELAB is a perceptually uniform color space. Euclidean distance between two colors in this diagram closely matches human visual difference. The dot size shows your selected color; slightly larger dots are the nearest perceptual neighbors.

Color Harmonies

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Reference + opposite hue with tonal variations

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Pairwise Contrast Ratios
1.4:1
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1.6:1
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2.4:1
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2.5:1

Contrast ratios follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Green (≥4.5:1) passes AA for normal text. Amber (≥3:1) passes for large text only. Grey indicates low contrast.

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Recommended Powders

Recommended for RAL 1036

Exact (0)

No verified exact-match powders on hand for this color. See close matches below or call to confirm.

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Anodic GoldClose Match
SKU: AE20111000820Axalta Coating SystemsAlestaAAMA 260320-30 glossbonded metallic
Champagne GoldClose Match
SKU: CFA605B0Axalta Coating SystemsAlestaAAMA 260420-30 glossmetallic
Jollipop BrassClose Match
SKU: PFY651S9Axalta Coating SystemsAlesta90+ glosstransparent gloss
GildedClose Match
SKU: PFD625M9Axalta Coating SystemsAlesta70-80 glosscolor-flop metallic
Brass Metallic 30 GlossClose Match
SKU: T353-YL02Cardinal Paint & PowderCardinal Powder30 glossmetallic
Gold VeinClose Match
SKU: T375-BK10Cardinal Paint & PowderCardinal Powder30-40 glossvein
Gold NuggetClose Match
SKU: FRSL 95571IFS CoatingsIFS CoatingsAAMA 260530-40 glosssatin sparkle
Champagne BronzeClose Match
SKU: PCNT25122PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260520-35 glosssmooth
Rich Gold SparkleClose Match
SKU: PCNT35105PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260540-50 glosssmooth, sparkle
ChampagneClose Match
SKU: PCNT75159PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260520-35 glossmica
Champagne BronzeClose Match
SKU: PCNT25122PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260520-35 glossmica
Harvest Gold PearlClose Match
SKU: PCNT25116PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 2605Various glossmica
Champagne GoldClose Match
SKU: PCNT75140PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 2605Various glossmica
Crypto Gold SparkleClose Match
SKU: PCNT35106PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260540-50 glossmica, sparkle
Aged Gold AnodizedClose Match
SKU: PCNT25177PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260512-18 glossanodized look
Champagne AnodizedClose Match
SKU: PCNT25176PPPG IndustriesCoraflon PlatinumAAMA 260510-16 glossanodized look
Gold VeinClose Match
SKU: PCSP93101PPG IndustriesEnvirocronVisually high glossvein
Cosmetallic BDClose Match
SKU: PCU25103PPG IndustriesEnvirocron60-70 glosssmooth
Gatsby GoldClose Match
SKU: HDM2-C0000Sherwin-WilliamsPowdura16-30 glossbonded metallic
Titan GoldClose Match
SKU: HDM7-C0000Sherwin-WilliamsPowdura70-85 glossbonded metallic
Electrum GoldClose Match
SKU: HHZ4-C0000Sherwin-WilliamsPowdura31-60 glossmetallic
Pompeiian GoldClose Match
SKU: DDM1-C0000Sherwin-WilliamsPowdura0-15 glossmetallic

About These Recommendations

These are powder formulations that correspond to this RAL color based on manufacturer data sheets. Exact powders are coded to this specific RAL code. Close powders are visually similar alternatives we have used before. We do not sell powder directly — we use these formulations to coat your parts. Call us to discuss your project and we will confirm the best option for your timeline.

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