Ref. #DACEA6 · 3008-8B
Ancient Scroll
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ancient Scroll Technical Profile
What color is Ancient Scroll? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #DACEA6. Colors similar to Ancient Scroll include Hirshfield's Howdy Neighbor, Vista Paint Gabriel's Light, Vista Paint Howdy Neighbor. Ancient Scroll has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Ancient Scroll sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Ancient Scroll 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 Ancient Scroll
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Howdy Neighbor
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gabriel's Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spring Morning
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Primitive Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Ancestral Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sanctuary
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Aspiration
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pampas
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ancient Scroll
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ancient Scroll
#DACEA6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ancient Scroll
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ancient Scroll 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Ancient Scroll.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ancient Scroll — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ancient Scroll have?
Ancient Scroll by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ancient Scroll from other brands?
The closest matches are Howdy Neighbor by Hirshfield's (#DED2AA), Gabriel's Light by Vista Paint (#D9CBA4), Howdy Neighbor by Vista Paint (#DCD2A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ancient Scroll?
Ancient Scroll has an LRV of 61.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ancient Scroll's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.