Ref. #EFEDDC · AF-30
Deep in Thought
81%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Deep in Thought Technical Profile
What color is Deep in Thought? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #EFEDDC. Colors similar to Deep in Thought include Colorhouse Imagine .04, PPG Cake Batter, Behr Farm House. Deep in Thought has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, Deep in Thought reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Deep in Thought 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 Deep in Thought
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Deep in Thought
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Deep in Thought
#EFEDDC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Deep in Thought
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Deep in Thought 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 Deep in Thought.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Deep in Thought — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Deep in Thought have?
Deep in Thought by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Deep in Thought from other brands?
The closest matches are Imagine .04 by Colorhouse (#F0EDDB), Cake Batter by PPG (#F0EDDB), Farm House by Behr (#F1EFDD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Deep in Thought?
Deep in Thought has an LRV of 80.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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