Lemon Curd HDC-SP16-03 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F3DF8A, estimated LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Island Sun from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F3DF8A · HDC-SP16-03
Lemon Curd
74%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Curd Technical Profile
HEX Code#F3DF8A
RGB243, 223, 138
Estimated LRV73.7
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
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Lemon Curd
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Curd
#F3DF8A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACCB67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Curd
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Curd 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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Lemon Curd — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Curd have?
Lemon Curd by Behr 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 Lemon Curd from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Curd are Island Sun by Valspar (a close digital match), Beekeeper by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Fun Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemon Curd'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 Lemon Curd?
Lemon Curd has a estimated lightness value of 73.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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