Golden Promise 3003-1C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FFD052, estimated LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Melted Butter from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #FFD052 · 3003-1C
Golden Promise
67%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Promise Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFD052
RGB255, 208, 82
Estimated LRV67.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Golden Promise
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Promise
#FFD052
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAD65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Promise
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Promise 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
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Golden Promise — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Promise have?
Golden Promise by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Golden Promise from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Promise are Melted Butter by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Canary Diamond by Behr (a close digital match), Decisive Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Promise'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 Promise?
Golden Promise has a estimated lightness value of 67.0, 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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