Pumpkin Custard 2005-1A is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F38F3E, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dynamo from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F38F3E · 2005-1A
Pumpkin Custard
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pumpkin Custard Technical Profile
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Pumpkin Custard in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pumpkin Custard in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPumpkin Custard
Nearly identical
PPGDynamo
Dynamo
PPG
Nearly identical
Fruit Punch
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Citrus Kissed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Autumn Orange
Behr
Very similar
Liger
Kilz
Very similar
Carnival
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Create .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Instant Orange
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cheddar Cheese
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cocktail Hour
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pumpkin Custard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumpkin Custard
#F38F3E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CFC963
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumpkin Custard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumpkin Custard 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 Pumpkin Custard.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pumpkin Custard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumpkin Custard have?
Pumpkin Custard by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pumpkin Custard in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pumpkin Custard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pumpkin Custard are Dynamo by PPG (a near-identical match), Carmelized Orange by PPG (a near-identical match), Fruit Punch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pumpkin Custard'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 Pumpkin Custard?
Pumpkin Custard has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pumpkin Custard's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.