Ref. #DAD969 · 6008-9C
Citrus Tickle
66%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Citrus Tickle Technical Profile
What color is Citrus Tickle? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #DAD969. Colors similar to Citrus Tickle include Benjamin Moore Grape Green, MPC Bitter Lime, Kilz Liming. Citrus Tickle has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Citrus Tickle 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 Citrus Tickle 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 Citrus Tickle
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citrus Tickle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Tickle
#DAD969
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9ABE74
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Tickle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Tickle 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 Citrus Tickle.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citrus Tickle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Tickle have?
Citrus Tickle by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Citrus Tickle from other brands?
The closest matches are Grape Green by Benjamin Moore (#D6D96A), Bitter Lime by MPC (#D3D463), Liming by Kilz (#E1DD73). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Citrus Tickle?
Citrus Tickle has an LRV of 65.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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