Desert Flower 6008-5A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F2EBCB, estimated LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Annabel from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F2EBCB · 6008-5A
Desert Flower
83%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Desert Flower Technical Profile
HEX Code#F2EBCB
RGB242, 235, 203
Estimated LRV82.6
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 Desert Flower
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Annabel
Vista Paint
#F4EDCD
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Man on the Moon
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#F5EDCD
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Silk Sails
PPG
#F6EECD
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Creme Brulee
Behr
#F6EECF
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Annabel
Hirshfield's
#F7EFCF
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Natural Light
Dunn-Edwards
#F1EBC8
Close digital match
Sparkler White
Dutch Boy
#F1E8C6
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Daybreak
Sherwin-Williams
#F3EAC6
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Lemon Ice
Kilz
#F1ECC9
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Oyster White
RAL
#EEEACD
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#FFF5D1
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#F5E8D0
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Colors That Work With Desert Flower
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Flower
#F2EBCB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6BE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Flower
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Flower 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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Desert Flower — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Flower have?
Desert Flower 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 Desert Flower from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Flower are Annabel by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Man on the Moon by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pale Celery by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Flower'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 Desert Flower?
Desert Flower has a estimated lightness value of 82.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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