Ref. #D4C081 · 350F-5
Camel
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Camel Technical Profile
What color is Camel? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #D4C081. Colors similar to Camel include Valspar Further Afield, Benjamin Moore Spring Dust, Benjamin Moore Wythe Gold. Camel has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Camel 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 Camel 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 Camel
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Camel
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Camel
#D4C081
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Camel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Camel 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 Camel.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Camel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Camel have?
Camel by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Camel from other brands?
The closest matches are Further Afield by Valspar (#D3BE7D), Spring Dust by Benjamin Moore (#D4C382), Wythe Gold by Benjamin Moore (#D5BD80). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Camel?
Camel has an LRV of 53.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Camel's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.