Ref. #F5E16D · 390B-5
Bee Pollen
74%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bee Pollen Technical Profile
What color is Bee Pollen? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F5E16D. Colors similar to Bee Pollen include Benjamin Moore Cheerful, Dunn-Edwards Golden Glitter, Benjamin Moore Delightful Yellow. Bee Pollen has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Bee Pollen reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Bee Pollen 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 Bee Pollen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bee Pollen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bee Pollen
#F5E16D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9CE64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bee Pollen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bee Pollen 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bee Pollen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bee Pollen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bee Pollen have?
Bee Pollen by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Bee Pollen from other brands?
The closest matches are Cheerful by Benjamin Moore (#F4DE65), Golden Glitter by Dunn-Edwards (#FBE573), Delightful Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#F9E266). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bee Pollen?
Bee Pollen has an LRV of 74.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bee Pollen's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.