Castell Harlech 8003-21D is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CCA97C, LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Guesthouse from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCA97C · 8003-21D
Castell Harlech
43%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Castell Harlech Technical Profile
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Castell Harlech in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Castell Harlech in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCastell Harlech
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreGuesthouse
Guesthouse
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Stonebriar
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Balsam Brown
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pelican Tan
Behr
Nearly identical
Outback
PPG
Nearly identical
Cork Bark
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Banana Nut
Kilz
Nearly identical
Davanzo Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Caramel Cloud
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sand Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Castell Harlech
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Castell Harlech
#CCA97C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Castell Harlech
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Castell Harlech 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 Castell Harlech.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Castell Harlech — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Castell Harlech have?
Castell Harlech by Valspar 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 Castell Harlech in your own space before committing.
What colors match Castell Harlech from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Castell Harlech are Guesthouse by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Stonebriar by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Balsam Brown by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Castell Harlech'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 Castell Harlech?
Castell Harlech has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.7, 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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