California Hills 216 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DAC072, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tropical Siesta from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DAC072 · 216
California Hills
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
California Hills Technical Profile
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California Hills in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to California Hills in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreCalifornia Hills
Nearly identical
PPGTropical Siesta
Tropical Siesta
PPG
Nearly identical
Swiftly Green
Valspar
Nearly identical
Highlight Gold
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Nearly identical
Gilded
Behr
Nearly identical
Citrus Zest
Dutch Boy
Very similar
The Outback
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beeswax .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Quilt Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample California Hills in your own space before committing.
What colors match California Hills from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to California Hills are Tropical Siesta by PPG (a near-identical match), Dusty Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Swiftly Green by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting California Hills'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 California Hills?
California Hills has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.2, 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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