Ref. #DAC072 · 216
California Hills
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
California Hills Technical Profile
What color is California Hills? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #DAC072. Colors similar to California Hills include PPG Tropical Siesta, Valspar Swiftly Green, Dunn-Edwards Highlight Gold. California Hills has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 50, California Hills 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 California Hills 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 California Hills
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With California Hills
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
California Hills
#DAC072
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for California Hills
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
California Hills 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 California Hills.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
California Hills — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does California Hills have?
California Hills by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match California Hills from other brands?
The closest matches are Tropical Siesta by PPG (#DDC073), Swiftly Green by Valspar (#DDC47B), Highlight Gold by Dunn-Edwards (#DFC16D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of California Hills?
California Hills has an LRV of 50.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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