Almond Puff 3008-3A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CEAB3B, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Haystacks from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CEAB3B · 3008-3A
Almond Puff
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Almond Puff Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEAB3B
RGB206, 171, 59
Estimated LRV42.6
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
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Almond Puff
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almond Puff
#CEAB3B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AABE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almond Puff
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almond Puff Room Palettes
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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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Almond Puff — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almond Puff have?
Almond Puff by Valspar 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 Almond Puff from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almond Puff are Haystacks by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), French Pale Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Galley Gold by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Almond Puff'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 Almond Puff?
Almond Puff has a estimated lightness value of 42.6, 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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