Apricot Mousse 3002-4B is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FFDEAB, estimated LRV 76 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ariana from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #FFDEAB · 3002-4B
Apricot Mousse
76%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Apricot Mousse Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFDEAB
RGB255, 222, 171
Estimated LRV76.4
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 Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Apricot Mousse
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Ariana
Vista Paint
#FFDEAB
Close digital match
Golden Light
Benjamin Moore
#FEDDA9
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Lace
Dutch Boy
#FDDDAC
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Doodle
PPG
#FBDCA8
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Starburst
Hirshfield's
#FFDBA8
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Peach Glow
Behr
#FFDBA9
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Organza
Dunn-Edwards
#FFDEA6
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Fire Glow
Kilz
#F9D9A2
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Enjoyable Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
#F5D6A9
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Dorset Cream
Farrow & Ball
#EFD5A1
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Colorhouse
#F4DEA8
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Colors That Work With Apricot Mousse
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Mousse
#FFDEAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C9D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Mousse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot Mousse 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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Apricot Mousse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apricot Mousse have?
Apricot Mousse by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Apricot Mousse from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricot Mousse are Ariana by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Golden Light by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lace by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Apricot Mousse'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 Apricot Mousse?
Apricot Mousse has a estimated lightness value of 76.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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