Sweet Cardamom 2006-5C is a orange paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D2A07B, LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Darlin Clementine from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D2A07B · 2006-5C
Sweet Cardamom
40%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sweet Cardamom Technical Profile
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Sweet Cardamom in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sweet Cardamom in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSweet Cardamom
Nearly identical
BehrDarlin Clementine
Darlin Clementine
Behr
Nearly identical
Spiced Nectarine
Kilz
Nearly identical
Milk and Honey
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soft Leather
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Creamy Butterscotch
PPG
Nearly identical
Windswept Canyon
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Vizcaino Desert
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sweet Sue
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Wholesome Peach
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Beige Red
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Cardamom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Cardamom
#D2A07B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7B37B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Cardamom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Cardamom 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 Sweet Cardamom.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Cardamom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Cardamom have?
Sweet Cardamom 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 Sweet Cardamom in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sweet Cardamom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweet Cardamom are Darlin Clementine by Behr (a near-identical match), Spiced Nectarine by Kilz (a near-identical match), Milk and Honey by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sweet Cardamom'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 Sweet Cardamom?
Sweet Cardamom has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.3, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Cardamom's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.