Ref. #F5EDAE · 1213-4
Golden Straw
83%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Golden Straw Technical Profile
What color is Golden Straw? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F5EDAE. Colors similar to Golden Straw include Vista Paint Lemon Sponge Cake, Benjamin Moore Jasper Yellow, Valspar New Willow. Golden Straw has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, Golden Straw 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 Straw 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 Straw
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Straw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Straw
#F5EDAE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4C969
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Straw 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Golden Straw.
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 Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Straw have?
Golden Straw by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Golden Straw from other brands?
The closest matches are Lemon Sponge Cake by Vista Paint (#F7ECAD), Jasper Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#F7EDAA), New Willow by Valspar (#F0EBAC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Straw?
Golden Straw has an LRV of 83.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Straw's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.