Pastel Yellow 1034 is a orange paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #EFA94A, LRV 47 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Acorn Squash from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EFA94A · 1034
Pastel Yellow
47%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pastel Yellow Technical Profile
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Pastel Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pastel Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALPastel Yellow
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAcorn Squash
Acorn Squash
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ivory White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Optimist Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Goldenrod
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Golden Vista
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Golden Autumn
Vista Paint
Very similar
Egyptian Sun
PPG
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Very similar
Spring Squash
Valspar
Very similar
Pieces of Eight
Hirshfield's
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pastel Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pastel Yellow
#EFA94A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C4CC66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pastel Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pastel 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
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pastel Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pastel Yellow have?
Pastel Yellow by RAL has a warm (golden) 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 Pastel Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pastel Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pastel Yellow are Acorn Squash by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Zucchini Flower by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Ivory White by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pastel 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 Pastel Yellow?
Pastel Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pastel Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.