Dunn-Edwards DEA120 and Valspar 3008-1A, ΔE 3.55 apart
Dunn-Edwards Goldenrod (DEA120) and Valspar Tangy (3008-1A) measure a delta-E of 3.55 apart. Tangy is 2.3 LRV points lighter, which is the difference you notice first. Tangy holds more color, chroma 85.5 against 82.2, so it grays out less in dim light. These read as related but distinct. Sample both before committing. If you need the Goldenrod depth in Valspar's line, start from its LRV of 63.7 rather than matching by name.
Dunn-Edwards Goldenrod and Valspar Tangy are delta-E 3.55 apart - a difference that shows up on a wall, not just side by side on two chips.
The measured color distance between Dunn-Edwards Goldenrod and Valspar Tangy is delta-E 3.55.
Valspar Tangy is lighter than Dunn-Edwards Goldenrod by 2.3 points of light reflectance (LRV).
Valspar Tangy carries more color than Dunn-Edwards Goldenrod - a higher chroma value means a more intense, less grey color.
| Goldenrod | Tangy | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Dunn-Edwards | Valspar |
| Code | DEA120 | 3008-1A |
| Hex | #FDCB18 | #FFCE01 |
| Light reflectance | 63.7 | 66.0 |
| Undertone | yellow | yellow |
| Chroma | 82.2 | 85.5 |
| Hue angle | 87.5° | 88.2° |
| Color family | orange | orange |