Citron 2024-30 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D8C62F, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gone Giddy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D8C62F · 2024-30
Citron
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Citron Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8C62F
RGB216, 198, 47
Estimated LRV52.2
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 Citron
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citron
#D8C62F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2C36F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citron
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citron Room Palettes
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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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Citron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citron have?
Citron 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 Citron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citron are Gone Giddy by PPG (a close digital match), Sulfur Yellow by Behr (a close digital match), Miss Marigold by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Citron'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 Citron?
Citron has a estimated lightness value of 52.2, 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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