Bold Yellow 336 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFDE3A, estimated 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.
Benjamin Moore · #FFDE3A · 336
Bold Yellow
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bold Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFDE3A
RGB255, 222, 58
Estimated LRV69.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Compare alternatives to Bold Yellow
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Acorn Squash
PPG
#FFDF38
Close digital match
Citron
Hirshfield's
#FFDE42
Close digital match
Citron
Vista Paint
#FFE041
Close digital match
Buzz-in
Behr
#FEDB39
Close digital match
Radiant Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
#FFDD49
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Sweet Mustard
Valspar
#FBD950
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RAL
#F3DA0B
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Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
#FFD330
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Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
#FED340
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Wake Up
Kilz
#FFD754
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Colors That Work With Bold Yellow
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bold Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bold Yellow are Acorn Squash by PPG (a close digital match), Citron by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Citron by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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