Croissant 3002-4A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F8CE8C, LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Afterglow from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8CE8C · 3002-4A
Croissant
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Croissant Technical Profile
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Croissant in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Croissant in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCroissant
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAfterglow
Afterglow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Daytime Sun
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Honey Burst
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Glaze Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Palomino Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Mango Jugoso
Behr
Nearly identical
Hacienda Clay
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Perky Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ochre Revival
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beeswax .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Croissant
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Croissant
#F8CE8C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3CF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Croissant
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Croissant 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 Croissant.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Croissant — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Croissant have?
Croissant by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Croissant in your own space before committing.
What colors match Croissant from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Croissant are Afterglow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Daytime Sun by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Honey Burst by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Croissant'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 Croissant?
Croissant has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Croissant's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.