Acorn Yellow 2161-40 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #CEA980, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butter Nut from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #CEA980 · 2161-40
Acorn Yellow
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Acorn Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#CEA980
RGB206, 169, 128
Estimated LRV43.1
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 Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#CCA57A
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#CBA97E
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#D2AD87
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#CCA97C
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#CCAC86
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#D4AF85
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Colors That Work With Acorn Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acorn Yellow
#CEA980
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3B47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acorn Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acorn Yellow Room Palettes
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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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Acorn Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acorn Yellow have?
Acorn Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Acorn Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acorn Yellow are Butter Nut by Behr (a close digital match), Stonebriar by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cheddar Biscuit by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Acorn Yellow'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 Acorn Yellow?
Acorn Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 43.1, 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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