Honey Yellow 1005 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #A98307, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mossy Agate from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #A98307 · 1005
Honey Yellow
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Honey Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#A98307
RGB169, 131, 7
Estimated LRV24.7
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
BrandRAL
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Mossy Agate
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#A6831E
Close digital match
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#B08410
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#BC911F
Visible digital difference
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#A28B36
Visible digital difference
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#A7843E
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Nankeen
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#AA803A
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#BF8D35
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Colors That Work With Honey Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Honey Yellow
#A98307
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FB033
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Honey Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Honey 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
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Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Honey Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Honey Yellow have?
Honey Yellow by RAL 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 Honey Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Honey Yellow are Mossy Agate by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Burmese Gold by Behr (a very close match), Indian Spice by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Honey 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 Honey Yellow?
Honey Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 24.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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