Ref. #CEC193 · 3008-8A
Dry Leaf
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dry Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Dry Leaf? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #CEC193. Colors similar to Dry Leaf include Hirshfield's Hippolita, Vista Paint Hippolita, Sherwin-Williams Hearts of Palm. Dry Leaf has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Dry Leaf 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 Dry Leaf 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 Dry Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dry Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dry Leaf
#CEC193
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dry Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dry Leaf 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 Dry Leaf.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dry Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dry Leaf have?
Dry Leaf by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Dry Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Hippolita by Hirshfield's (#CFC294), Hippolita by Vista Paint (#CEC292), Hearts of Palm by Sherwin-Williams (#CFC291). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dry Leaf?
Dry Leaf has an LRV of 53.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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