Ref. #F6DA74 · DE5423
Golden Rays
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Rays Technical Profile
What color is Golden Rays? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F6DA74. Colors similar to Golden Rays include Vista Paint Tons of Sun, Valspar Pineapple Mousse, PPG Forsythia Blossom. Golden Rays has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Golden Rays 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 Golden Rays 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 Golden Rays
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Tons of Sun
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pineapple Mousse
Valspar
Nearly identical
Forsythia Blossom
PPG
Nearly identical
Surfboard Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Inner Glow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Broadway Lights
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Daffodil
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Glory Yellow
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Rays
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Rays
#F6DA74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0CF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Rays
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Rays 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Golden Rays.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Rays — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Rays have?
Golden Rays by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Golden Rays from other brands?
The closest matches are Tons of Sun by Vista Paint (#FBDC75), Pineapple Mousse by Valspar (#F1D875), Forsythia Blossom by PPG (#F6D76E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Rays?
Golden Rays has an LRV of 71.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Rays's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.