Citronette HDC-MD-03 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C5AA26, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Grass Daisy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5AA26 · HDC-MD-03
Citronette
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Citronette Technical Profile
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Citronette in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citronette in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrCitronette
Nearly identical
PPGGrass Daisy
Grass Daisy
PPG
Nearly identical
Kelped Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Verde
Valspar
Very similar
Pickle Juice
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Citronella
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mustard Field
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Rain Slicker
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Spice Market
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citronette
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citronette
#C5AA26
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EBC62
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citronette
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citronette 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 Citronette.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citronette — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citronette have?
Citronette by Behr has a neutral 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 Citronette in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citronette from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citronette are Grass Daisy by PPG (a near-identical match), Kelped Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Verde by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Citronette'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 Citronette?
Citronette has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 40.8, 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 Citronette's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.