Ref. #FDE46F · 360B-4
Sweet Chamomile
78%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sweet Chamomile Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Chamomile? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #FDE46F. Colors similar to Sweet Chamomile include Benjamin Moore Pure Joy, Dunn-Edwards Banana Peel, Dunn-Edwards Golden Glitter. Sweet Chamomile has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 78, Sweet Chamomile reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Sweet Chamomile 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 Sweet Chamomile
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Chamomile
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Chamomile
#FDE46F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED55D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Chamomile
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Chamomile 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 Sweet Chamomile.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Chamomile — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Chamomile have?
Sweet Chamomile by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sweet Chamomile from other brands?
The closest matches are Pure Joy by Benjamin Moore (#FEE36A), Banana Peel by Dunn-Edwards (#FFE774), Golden Glitter by Dunn-Edwards (#FBE573). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Chamomile?
Sweet Chamomile has an LRV of 77.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Chamomile's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.