Golden Spell 3004-1B is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FEC540, LRV 61 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smiley Face from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FEC540 · 3004-1B
Golden Spell
61%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Golden Spell Technical Profile
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Golden Spell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Golden Spell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGolden Spell
Nearly identical
BehrSmiley Face
Smiley Face
Behr
Nearly identical
Corn Harvest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Be Daring
PPG
Nearly identical
Sporty Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Bright Bubble
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Imperial Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Extrovert
Kilz
Nearly identical
Decisive Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Happy Day
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Spell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Spell
#FEC540
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Spell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Spell 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 Spell.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Spell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Spell have?
Golden Spell 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 Golden Spell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Golden Spell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Spell are Smiley Face by Behr (a near-identical match), Corn Harvest by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Be Daring by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Golden Spell'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 Spell?
Golden Spell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.4, 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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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 Golden Spell's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.