Ref. #F8E9AA · 3008-4A
Pineapple Cream
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pineapple Cream Technical Profile
What color is Pineapple Cream? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F8E9AA. Colors similar to Pineapple Cream include PPG Wright Cornfield Tan, Hirshfield's Lemon Sponge Cake, Behr Song Of Summer. Pineapple Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Pineapple Cream reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Pineapple Cream 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 Pineapple Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wright Cornfield Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Lemon Sponge Cake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Song Of Summer
Behr
Nearly identical
Lemon Sponge Cake
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yellow Lilies
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gold Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Venetian Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pineapple Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pineapple Cream
#F8E9AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADCD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pineapple Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pineapple Cream 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 Pineapple Cream.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pineapple Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pineapple Cream have?
Pineapple Cream by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Pineapple Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Wright Cornfield Tan by PPG (#F9E8A5), Lemon Sponge Cake by Hirshfield's (#F8ECAE), Song Of Summer by Behr (#FBE9AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pineapple Cream?
Pineapple Cream has an LRV of 81.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pineapple Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.