Jacob's Ladder 8003-20D is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #DAB88D, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fortune Cookie from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #DAB88D · 8003-20D
Jacob's Ladder
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Jacob's Ladder Technical Profile
HEX Code#DAB88D
RGB218, 184, 141
Estimated LRV51.1
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 Jacob's Ladder
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Jacob's Ladder
#DAB88D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B87A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Jacob's Ladder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Jacob's Ladder 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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Jacob's Ladder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Jacob's Ladder have?
Jacob's Ladder 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 Jacob's Ladder from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Jacob's Ladder are Fortune Cookie by Behr (a close digital match), Boardwalk by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Roasted Peanut by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Jacob's Ladder'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 Jacob's Ladder?
Jacob's Ladder has a estimated lightness value of 51.1, 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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