Ref. #E9C091 · 8002-18C
Homeward Bound
57%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Homeward Bound Technical Profile
What color is Homeward Bound? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E9C091. Colors similar to Homeward Bound include Sherwin-Williams Hubbard Squash, Behr Apple Turnover, Sherwin-Williams Harvester. Homeward Bound has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Homeward Bound 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 Homeward Bound 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 Homeward Bound
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Homeward Bound
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Homeward Bound
#E9C091
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFC270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Homeward Bound
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Homeward Bound 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 Homeward Bound.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Homeward Bound — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Homeward Bound have?
Homeward Bound by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Homeward Bound from other brands?
The closest matches are Hubbard Squash by Sherwin-Williams (#E9BF8C), Apple Turnover by Behr (#EBBF91), Harvester by Sherwin-Williams (#EDC38E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Homeward Bound?
Homeward Bound has an LRV of 57.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Homeward Bound's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.