Barely Yellow 2025-70 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F8F9DC, estimated LRV 88 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is White Corn from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F8F9DC · 2025-70
Barely Yellow
88%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Barely Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#F8F9DC
RGB248, 249, 220
Estimated LRV88.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Barely Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Barely Yellow
#F8F9DC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96C46E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Barely Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Barely 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
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Barely Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Barely Yellow have?
Barely Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Barely Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Barely Yellow are White Corn by Behr (a close digital match), Green Whisp by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lemon White by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Barely 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 Barely Yellow?
Barely Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 88.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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