Desert Grass 3008-7C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BCAE7D, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wright Pale Mustard from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #BCAE7D · 3008-7C
Desert Grass
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Desert Grass Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCAE7D
RGB188, 174, 125
Estimated LRV42.4
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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Colors That Work With Desert Grass
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Grass
#BCAE7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Grass 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 Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Grass have?
Desert Grass 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 Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Desert Grass are Wright Pale Mustard by PPG (a close digital match), Nettle by PPG (a close digital match), Everglade by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Desert Grass'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 Grass?
Desert Grass has a estimated lightness value of 42.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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