Simon Says 8001-24B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FFEDB5, estimated LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gold Buttercup from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #FFEDB5 · 8001-24B
Simon Says
85%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Simon Says Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFEDB5
RGB255, 237, 181
Estimated LRV85.2
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 Simon Says
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simon Says
#FFEDB5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simon Says
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Simon Says 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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Simon Says — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simon Says have?
Simon Says 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 Simon Says from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simon Says are Gold Buttercup by Behr (a close digital match), Cornsilk by Behr (a close digital match), Early Morning Sun by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Simon Says'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 Simon Says?
Simon Says has a estimated lightness value of 85.2, 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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