Citronette HDC-MD-03 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C5AA26, estimated 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.
Behr · #C5AA26 · HDC-MD-03
Citronette
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Citronette Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5AA26
RGB197, 170, 38
Estimated LRV40.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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#CEB02A
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#BCA62A
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Colors That Work With Citronette
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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
Digital 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
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Citronette — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citronette have?
Citronette by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Citronette from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citronette are Grass Daisy by PPG (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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