Ref. #CA9142 · 8002-21F
Tupelo Honey
33%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Tupelo Honey Technical Profile
What color is Tupelo Honey? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #CA9142. Colors similar to Tupelo Honey include Benjamin Moore Peanut Butter, Sherwin-Williams Golden Rule, Behr Burnt Pumpkin. Tupelo Honey has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Tupelo Honey depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Tupelo Honey reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Tupelo Honey
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Peanut Butter
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Rule
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Burnt Pumpkin
Behr
Nearly identical
Chapultepec
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Italian Saffron
PPG
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Kilz
Nearly identical
Child Of The Moon
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gingerbread House
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tupelo Honey
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tupelo Honey
#CA9142
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tupelo Honey
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tupelo Honey 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 Tupelo Honey.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tupelo Honey — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tupelo Honey have?
Tupelo Honey by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Tupelo Honey from other brands?
The closest matches are Peanut Butter by Benjamin Moore (#CD9141), Golden Rule by Sherwin-Williams (#CC9249), Burnt Pumpkin by Behr (#CA8F45). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Tupelo Honey?
Tupelo Honey has an LRV of 33.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tupelo Honey's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.