Ref. #EDE5C5 · HC-3
Greenmount Silk
76%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Greenmount Silk Technical Profile
What color is Greenmount Silk? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #EDE5C5. Colors similar to Greenmount Silk include Behr YL-W6, Behr Navajo White, Dunn-Edwards Calla Lily. Greenmount Silk has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Greenmount Silk 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 Greenmount Silk 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 Greenmount Silk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Greenmount Silk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Greenmount Silk
#EDE5C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6B979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Greenmount Silk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Greenmount Silk 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 Greenmount Silk.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Greenmount Silk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Greenmount Silk have?
Greenmount Silk by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Greenmount Silk from other brands?
The closest matches are YL-W6 by Behr (#EDE4C6), Navajo White by Behr (#EDE5C8), Calla Lily by Dunn-Edwards (#ECE6C8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Greenmount Silk?
Greenmount Silk has an LRV of 75.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Greenmount Silk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.