Bold Yellow 336 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFDE3A, LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Acorn Squash from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFDE3A · 336
Bold Yellow
69%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bold Yellow Technical Profile
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Bold Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bold 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 MooreBold Yellow
Nearly identical
PPGAcorn Squash
Acorn Squash
PPG
Nearly identical
Citron
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Citron
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Buzz-in
Behr
Nearly identical
Radiant Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sweet Mustard
Valspar
Very similar
Colza Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bold Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bold Yellow
#FFDE3A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bold Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bold 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 Bold Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bold Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bold Yellow have?
Bold Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bold Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bold Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bold Yellow are Acorn Squash by PPG (a near-identical match), Citron by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Citron by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bold 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 Bold Yellow?
Bold Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bold Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.