Crushed Cumin 6008-6A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D8C478, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grassroots from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #D8C478 · 6008-6A
Crushed Cumin
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Crushed Cumin Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8C478
RGB216, 196, 120
Estimated LRV55.4
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Crushed Cumin
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Grassroots
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#D8C475
Close digital match
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#D4C477
Close digital match
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#DAC072
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#E1D286
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Colors That Work With Crushed Cumin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Cumin
#D8C478
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7BB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Cumin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Cumin 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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Crushed Cumin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Cumin have?
Crushed Cumin by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Crushed Cumin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Cumin are Grassroots by PPG (a close digital match), Citrus Yellow by PPG (a close digital match), Marsh Field by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crushed Cumin'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 Crushed Cumin?
Crushed Cumin has a estimated lightness value of 55.4, 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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