Ref. #F3DDC2 · 8002-19A
Dulce de Leche
75%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dulce de Leche Technical Profile
What color is Dulce de Leche? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F3DDC2. Colors similar to Dulce de Leche include Sherwin-Williams Impressive Ivory, Behr Frosted Toffee, Hirshfield's Flower Of Oahu. Dulce de Leche has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Dulce de Leche reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Dulce de Leche 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 Dulce de Leche
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Impressive Ivory
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Frosted Toffee
Behr
Nearly identical
Flower Of Oahu
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lace Gloves
Kilz
Nearly identical
Flower of Oahu
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pirates Cove Beach
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Angel’s Wing
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Peach Dip
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dulce de Leche
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dulce de Leche
#F3DDC2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BEC270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dulce de Leche
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dulce de Leche 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 Dulce de Leche.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dulce de Leche — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dulce de Leche have?
Dulce de Leche by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Dulce de Leche from other brands?
The closest matches are Impressive Ivory by Sherwin-Williams (#F4DEC3), Frosted Toffee by Behr (#F5DFC4), Flower Of Oahu by Hirshfield's (#F5DEC4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dulce de Leche?
Dulce de Leche has an LRV of 74.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Dulce de Leche's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.