Lemon Zest S-G-390 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #FCD709, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Kissed Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FCD709 · S-G-390
Lemon Zest
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Zest Technical Profile
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Lemon Zest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lemon Zest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrLemon Zest
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSun Kissed Yellow
Sun Kissed Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Under the Sun
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Summer Sun
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Traffic Yellow
RAL
Nearly identical
Sunnyside
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flirtatious
PPG
Very similar
Tangy
Valspar
Very similar
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Zest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Zest
#FCD709
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABD55D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Zest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Zest 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 Lemon Zest.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lemon Zest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Zest have?
Lemon Zest 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 Lemon Zest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lemon Zest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Zest are Sun Kissed Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Sun Porch by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Under the Sun by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lemon Zest'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 Lemon Zest?
Lemon Zest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Lemon Zest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.