Tangy 3008-1A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FBD12B, estimated LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flame Yellow from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #FBD12B · 3008-1A
Tangy
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tangy Technical Profile
HEX Code#FBD12B
RGB251, 209, 43
Estimated LRV66.3
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 Tangy
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Flame Yellow
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#FED230
Close digital match
Happy Face
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#FFD328
Close digital match
Buzz-Worthy
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#FFD330
Close digital match
Sunnyside
Hirshfield's
#F8D016
Close digital match
Flirtatious
PPG
#FFD637
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Lemon Punch
Dunn-Edwards
#FECF24
Close digital match
Saffron Yellow
RAL
#F5D033
Close digital match
Viking Yellow
Benjamin Moore
#FFD031
Close digital match
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
#FED340
Close digital match
Wake Up
Kilz
#FFD754
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#ECC363
Visible digital difference
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#EABE5B
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Colors That Work With Tangy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangy
#FBD12B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1D45E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangy 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.
Tangy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangy have?
Tangy 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 Tangy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangy are Flame Yellow by Behr (a close digital match), Happy Face by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Buzz-Worthy by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tangy'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 Tangy?
Tangy has a estimated lightness value of 66.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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