Golden Meadow 3008-3B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E4C24F, LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Indian Maize from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4C24F · 3008-3B
Golden Meadow
56%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Golden Meadow Technical Profile
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Golden Meadow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Meadow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGolden Meadow
Nearly identical
PPGIndian Maize
Indian Maize
PPG
Nearly identical
Golden Chalice
Behr
Nearly identical
Yellow Brick Road
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sun Valley
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lemon Surprise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Owl Eyes
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Eye Catching
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Lemon Surprise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Ivory
RAL
Very similar
Extrovert
Kilz
Visible difference
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Golden Meadow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Meadow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Meadow are Indian Maize by PPG (a near-identical match), Golden Chalice by Behr (a near-identical match), Sunday Sunshine by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Meadow'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 Golden Meadow?
Golden Meadow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Meadow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.