Aztec Yellow 2152-20 is a brown paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B99146, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Different Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B99146 · 2152-20
Aztec Yellow
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Aztec Yellow Technical Profile
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Aztec Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Aztec Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAztec Yellow
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDifferent Gold
Different Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Plank Road
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Bugle Boy
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Maple Syrup
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Corduroy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spiced Mustard
Behr
Very similar
Amaretto Sours
PPG
Very similar
Bugle Boy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grain .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
October Leaf
Kilz
Very similar
India Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Aztec Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Aztec Yellow
#B99146
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACB57D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Aztec Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Aztec Yellow 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 Aztec Yellow.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Aztec Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Aztec Yellow have?
Aztec Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Aztec Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Aztec Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Aztec Yellow are Different Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Plank Road by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Bugle Boy by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Aztec 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 Aztec Yellow?
Aztec Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Aztec Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.