Bitter Lemon M310-6 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #A19939, LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Be Yourself from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A19939 · M310-6
Bitter Lemon
31%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Bitter Lemon Technical Profile
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Bitter Lemon in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bitter Lemon in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrBitter Lemon
Nearly identical
PPGBe Yourself
Be Yourself
PPG
Nearly identical
Forest Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rain Boots
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Gecko
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Luau Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Crushed Oregano
Valspar
Very similar
Chalky Quince
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bitter Lemon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bitter Lemon
#A19939
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CA964
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bitter Lemon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bitter Lemon 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 Bitter Lemon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bitter Lemon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bitter Lemon have?
Bitter Lemon by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bitter Lemon in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bitter Lemon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bitter Lemon are Be Yourself by PPG (a near-identical match), Forest Moss by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Rain Boots by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Bitter Lemon's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Bitter Lemon?
Bitter Lemon has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bitter Lemon's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.