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Artichoke Hearts
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Artichoke Hearts Technical Profile
What color is Artichoke Hearts? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #D6C68A. Colors similar to Artichoke Hearts include Kilz Lime Tart, Behr Camel, Dunn-Edwards Sour Apple. Artichoke Hearts has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Artichoke Hearts 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 Artichoke Hearts 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 Artichoke Hearts
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artichoke Hearts
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artichoke Hearts
#D6C68A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artichoke Hearts
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artichoke Hearts 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Artichoke Hearts.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artichoke Hearts — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artichoke Hearts have?
Artichoke Hearts by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Artichoke Hearts from other brands?
The closest matches are Lime Tart by Kilz (#D0C58B), Camel by Behr (#D4C081), Sour Apple by Dunn-Edwards (#D2C785). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Artichoke Hearts?
Artichoke Hearts has an LRV of 54.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Artichoke Hearts's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.