Illuminate Me 8001-23G is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #EFB901, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Lock from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #EFB901 · 8001-23G
Illuminate Me
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Illuminate Me Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFB901
RGB239, 185, 1
Estimated LRV53.1
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Illuminate Me
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Illuminate Me
#EFB901
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFD350
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Illuminate Me
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Illuminate Me Room Palettes
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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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Illuminate Me — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Illuminate Me have?
Illuminate Me by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Illuminate Me from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Illuminate Me are Golden Lock by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Cha Cha by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Dried Mustard by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Illuminate Me'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 Illuminate Me?
Illuminate Me has a estimated lightness value of 53.1, 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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