Mustard Seed DE5426 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C69F26, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Yellow from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #C69F26 · DE5426
Mustard Seed
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mustard Seed Technical Profile
HEX Code#C69F26
RGB198, 159, 38
Estimated LRV36.9
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
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Mustard Seed
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mustard Seed
#C69F26
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6BD62
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mustard Seed
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mustard Seed Room Palettes
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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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Mustard Seed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mustard Seed have?
Mustard Seed by Dunn-Edwards 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 Mustard Seed from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mustard Seed are Golden Yellow by RAL (a close digital match), Sin City by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Curry by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mustard Seed'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 Mustard Seed?
Mustard Seed has a estimated lightness value of 36.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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