Ref. #FACD03 · 3007-1A
Yellow Mustard
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yellow Mustard Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Mustard? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FACD03. Colors similar to Yellow Mustard include Behr Marigold, Vista Paint Lemon Ole', Benjamin Moore Sunshine. Yellow Mustard has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Yellow Mustard sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Yellow Mustard 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 Yellow Mustard
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Mustard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Mustard
#FACD03
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED45C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Mustard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Mustard 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 Yellow Mustard.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellow Mustard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Mustard have?
Yellow Mustard by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow Mustard from other brands?
The closest matches are Marigold by Behr (#FED000), Lemon Ole' by Vista Paint (#FFCF00), Sunshine by Benjamin Moore (#FFCF0C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Mustard?
Yellow Mustard has an LRV of 64.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Mustard's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.