Frankincense 3002-5C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DAA977, LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cork from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAA977 · 3002-5C
Frankincense
45%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Frankincense Technical Profile
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Frankincense in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Frankincense in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparFrankincense
Nearly identical
BehrCork
Cork
Behr
Nearly identical
New Colonial Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Buffalo Trail
PPG
Nearly identical
Honey Hive
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Western Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Approaching Autumn
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Antiquarian Brass
Kilz
Very similar
Sweet Sue
Vista Paint
Very similar
Caramel Cloud
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Frankincense
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Frankincense
#DAA977
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BCBC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Frankincense
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Frankincense 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 Frankincense.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Frankincense — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Frankincense have?
Frankincense by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Frankincense in your own space before committing.
What colors match Frankincense from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Frankincense are Cork by Behr (a near-identical match), New Colonial Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Golden Gate by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Frankincense'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 Frankincense?
Frankincense has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.6, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Frankincense's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.