Warbler Yellow 116-5DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #FFD689, LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butterscotch Cream from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFD689 · 116-5DB
Warbler Yellow
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Warbler Yellow Technical Profile
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Warbler Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Warbler Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyWarbler Yellow
Nearly identical
ValsparButterscotch Cream
Butterscotch Cream
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cornmeal
Behr
Nearly identical
Big Bus Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yellow Duckling
Kilz
Nearly identical
Pollen Powder
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Big Bus Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Evening Glow
PPG
Nearly identical
Country Comfort
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Hollywood Starlet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Aspire .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Warbler Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Warbler Yellow
#FFD689
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Warbler Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Warbler Yellow 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Warbler Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Warbler Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Warbler Yellow have?
Warbler Yellow by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Warbler Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Warbler Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Warbler Yellow are Butterscotch Cream by Valspar (a near-identical match), Brushed Almond by Valspar (a near-identical match), Cornmeal by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Warbler Yellow'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 Warbler Yellow?
Warbler Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 71.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Warbler Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.