Candlelight Yellow 400A-1 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F8F9C3, LRV 86 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Glow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8F9C3 · 400A-1
Candlelight Yellow
86%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Candlelight Yellow Technical Profile
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Candlelight Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candlelight Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCandlelight Yellow
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreLemon Glow
Lemon Glow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Golden Wash
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Limescent
Valspar
Very similar
Mini Green
Kilz
Very similar
Aspen Glen
PPG
Very similar
Gold Gleam
Vista Paint
Very similar
Yellow Blitz
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spring Onion
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Springtime
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Aspire .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candlelight Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candlelight Yellow
#F8F9C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candlelight Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candlelight Yellow 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 Candlelight Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candlelight Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candlelight Yellow have?
Candlelight Yellow 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 Candlelight Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candlelight Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candlelight Yellow are Lemon Glow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Golden Wash by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Summer Lime by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candlelight Yellow'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 Candlelight Yellow?
Candlelight Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 86.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Related Reading
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 Candlelight Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.