Best Dupes for Hay
Hay is a muted golden yellow that feels rural and relaxed. It brings gentle warmth to sitting rooms, kitchens, and hallways without the intensity of India Yellow.
Dupes for Hay
| Brand ▲ | Colour ▲ | Rating ▲ | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Greene | Oak Apple | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Waterbury Cream | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Shortbread | 2 ⭐ | |
| Benjamin Moore | Adams Gold | 2 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | True Blonde | 2 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Hayloft / Lavender Honey | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Crepe / Galette | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Subtle Suede | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Appalachian Trail / Summer Palace | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Appalachian Trail | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Sandy Pail | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Faint Fawn | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Canvas Satchel | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Antique Cream / Aged Beech | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Craftsman Gold | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Craftsman Gold | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Splash of Honey | 1 ⭐ | |
| PPG / Johnstone's | Halo / Serene Gold | 1 ⭐ | |
| Behr | White Oak | 2 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Natural Twine | 2 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Almondine | 1 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Almond Cookie | 1 ⭐ | |
| Behr | Crepe | 1 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Baked Scone | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Ancient Scroll | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Dry Leaf | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Golden Retriever | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Cache of Camel | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Painted Ash | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Sandy Cove | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Melted Butter | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Garden Rain | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Shifting Sands | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | Epic | 2 ⭐ | |
| Valspar | So Close | 2 ⭐ |
Hay adds gentle, sunlit warmth
Hay is a muted golden yellow inspired by dried grasses. It brings warmth to kitchens, breakfast rooms, and hallways without the boldness of India Yellow. The colour feels particularly at home with limestone floors, oak furniture, and rustic textiles.
Balance it with Bone trims or Calke Green cabinetry for a classic country palette. Introduce terracotta, wicker, and linen to complete the look.
Testing dupes & finishes
Yellows can skew bright, so sample any dupe in your space—the right match should stay mellow in both daylight and lamplight. Washable matt suits walls, while eggshell keeps joinery durable.
When combining with stronger ochres like India Yellow, align sheen levels so the palette feels cohesive.
Where Hay excels
Use it on kitchen walls, dining alcoves, staircases, or even front doors for an inviting glow. Styled with botanical prints, antique brass, and woven rugs, Hay creates a relaxed, sunlit scheme year-round.
Hay vs Similar Shades
| Compared Colour | Relationship | When to choose it instead | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sudbury Yellow | Sunnier partner | Use where you need more brightness. | View colour |
| India Yellow | Richer ochre | Great for focal walls or cabinetry needing drama. | View colour |
| Bone | Neutral companion | Pick for trims and ceilings to ground the palette. | View colour |
| Calke Green | Green pairing | Ideal for garden rooms or kitchens connecting to outdoors. | View colour |
| Setting Plaster | Blush accent | Use in textiles or adjacent rooms for a warm story. | View colour |