Ref. #D8C478 · 6008-6A
Crushed Cumin
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Crushed Cumin Technical Profile
What color is Crushed Cumin? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #D8C478. Colors similar to Crushed Cumin include PPG Grassroots, PPG Citrus Yellow, Dunn-Edwards Marsh Field. Crushed Cumin has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Crushed Cumin 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 Crushed Cumin 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 Crushed Cumin
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Crushed Cumin
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Crushed Cumin.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Crushed Cumin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Cumin have?
Crushed Cumin by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Crushed Cumin from other brands?
The closest matches are Grassroots by PPG (#D8C475), Citrus Yellow by PPG (#D7C275), Marsh Field by Dunn-Edwards (#D4C477). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Crushed Cumin?
Crushed Cumin has an LRV of 55.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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