Ref. #E4C24F · 3008-3B
Golden Meadow
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Meadow Technical Profile
What color is Golden Meadow? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E4C24F. Colors similar to Golden Meadow include PPG Indian Maize, Behr Golden Chalice, Dunn-Edwards Yellow Brick Road. Golden Meadow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Golden Meadow 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 Golden Meadow 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 Golden Meadow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Meadow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Meadow
#E4C24F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEC66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Meadow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Meadow 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 Golden Meadow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Meadow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Meadow have?
Golden Meadow by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Golden Meadow from other brands?
The closest matches are Indian Maize by PPG (#E4C14D), Golden Chalice by Behr (#E6C44B), Yellow Brick Road by Dunn-Edwards (#EAC853). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Meadow?
Golden Meadow has an LRV of 55.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Golden Meadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.