Lemon Twist 3006-2B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FDE9A1, LRV 82 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mellow Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FDE9A1 · 3006-2B
Lemon Twist
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Twist Technical Profile
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Lemon Twist in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lemon Twist in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLemon Twist
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreMellow Yellow
Mellow Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Butter Tart
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lively Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Bee Balm
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Venetian Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Sunstone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Yellow Green
Kilz
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Twist
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Twist
#FDE9A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3D45E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Twist
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Twist 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 Lemon Twist.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lemon Twist — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Twist have?
Lemon Twist by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lemon Twist in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lemon Twist from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Twist are Mellow Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lemon Drops by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Egg Nog by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lemon Twist'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 Lemon Twist?
Lemon Twist has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 81.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Twist's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.