Saffron Yellow 1017 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #F5D033, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunnyside from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F5D033 · 1017
Saffron Yellow
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Saffron Yellow Technical Profile
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Saffron Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Saffron Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALSaffron Yellow
Nearly identical
Vista PaintSunnyside
Sunnyside
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tangy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sunnyside
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sunrays
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Festival Yellow
PPG
Nearly identical
Citrus Zest
Behr
Nearly identical
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Soleil
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Saffron Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Saffron Yellow
#F5D033
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED062
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Saffron Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Saffron 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 yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Saffron Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Saffron Yellow have?
Saffron Yellow by RAL has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Saffron Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Saffron Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Saffron Yellow are Sunnyside by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Basket of Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Tangy by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Saffron 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 Saffron Yellow?
Saffron Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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