Ref. #93834C · PPU9-02
Lucky Bamboo
23%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lucky Bamboo Technical Profile
What color is Lucky Bamboo? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #93834C. Colors similar to Lucky Bamboo include Dunn-Edwards Shaded Glen, PPG Gobbledygook, Benjamin Moore Gi Green. Lucky Bamboo has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Lucky Bamboo creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Lucky Bamboo 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 Lucky Bamboo
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lucky Bamboo
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lucky Bamboo
#93834C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94A171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lucky Bamboo
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lucky Bamboo 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 Lucky Bamboo.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lucky Bamboo — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lucky Bamboo have?
Lucky Bamboo by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lucky Bamboo from other brands?
The closest matches are Shaded Glen by Dunn-Edwards (#8E824A), Gobbledygook by PPG (#8E824E), Gi Green by Benjamin Moore (#96874A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lucky Bamboo?
Lucky Bamboo has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Lucky Bamboo's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.