Ref. #FED230 · 360B-6
Flame Yellow
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Flame Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Flame Yellow? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FED230. Colors similar to Flame Yellow include Valspar Tangy, Vista Paint Golden Girl, Benjamin Moore Viking Yellow. Flame Yellow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 67, Flame Yellow 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 Flame Yellow 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 Flame Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Flame Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flame Yellow
#FED230
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flame Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flame 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 Flame 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.
Flame Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flame Yellow have?
Flame Yellow by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Flame Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Tangy by Valspar (#FBD12B), Golden Girl by Vista Paint (#FFD23B), Viking Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FFD031). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Flame Yellow?
Flame Yellow has an LRV of 67.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Flame Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.