Tangy 3008-1A is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #FBD12B, 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.
Ref. #FBD12B · 3008-1A
Tangy
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tangy Technical Profile
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Tangy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tangy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparTangy
Nearly identical
BehrFlame Yellow
Flame Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Happy Face
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sunnyside
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flirtatious
PPG
Nearly identical
Lemon Punch
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Nearly identical
Viking Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tangy
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
Pure 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
Other Valspar colors close to Tangy.
More yellow colors from other brands
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tangy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tangy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangy are Flame Yellow by Behr (a near-identical match), Happy Face by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Buzz-Worthy by Dutch Boy (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Tangy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.