Peaceful Calm 3005-2C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FAF0CE, estimated LRV 87 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ambiance from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #FAF0CE · 3005-2C
Peaceful Calm
87%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Peaceful Calm Technical Profile
HEX Code#FAF0CE
RGB250, 240, 206
Estimated LRV87.1
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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Compare alternatives to Peaceful Calm
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Ambiance
Benjamin Moore
#F9EFCD
Close digital match
Egg Nog
Vista Paint
#FBF1D0
Close digital match
Honey Moth
Behr
#FBF0CD
Close digital match
Picture Perfect
Hirshfield's
#FBF2D1
Close digital match
Shiny Silk
PPG
#F7ECCA
Close digital match
Air .04
Colorhouse
#FFF5D1
Close digital match
Moonbeam
Kilz
#F8F1CE
Close digital match
Natural Wool
Dunn-Edwards
#FFF6D7
Close digital match
Daybreak
Sherwin-Williams
#F3EAC6
Close digital match
Eco Ivory
Dutch Boy
#F3EAC6
Close digital match
Oyster White
RAL
#EEEACD
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Colors That Work With Peaceful Calm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peaceful Calm
#FAF0CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0CB67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peaceful Calm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peaceful Calm 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
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Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peaceful Calm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peaceful Calm have?
Peaceful Calm 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 Peaceful Calm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Peaceful Calm are Ambiance by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Egg Nog by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Antiquity by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Peaceful Calm'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 Peaceful Calm?
Peaceful Calm has a estimated lightness value of 87.1, 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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Why Peaceful Calm's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.