Ref. #967F38 · CSP-930
Dragonwell
22%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dragonwell Technical Profile
What color is Dragonwell? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #967F38. Colors similar to Dragonwell include Behr Woven Basket, Valspar Marsh Grass, Behr Gold Ink. Dragonwell has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 22, Dragonwell creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. 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 Dragonwell 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 Dragonwell
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dragonwell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dragonwell
#967F38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91A35E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dragonwell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dragonwell 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 Dragonwell.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dragonwell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dragonwell have?
Dragonwell by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Dragonwell from other brands?
The closest matches are Woven Basket by Behr (#987F33), Marsh Grass by Valspar (#957C37), Gold Ink by Behr (#937D30). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Dragonwell?
Dragonwell has an LRV of 21.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dragonwell's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.