Ref. #F6E2A5 · HC-4
Hawthorne Yellow
71%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Hawthorne Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Hawthorne Yellow? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F6E2A5. Colors similar to Hawthorne Yellow include Sherwin-Williams Optimistic Yellow, Hirshfield's Lemon Filling, Vista Paint Gold Strand. Hawthorne Yellow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 71, Hawthorne Yellow 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 Hawthorne Yellow 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 Hawthorne Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Optimistic Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lemon Filling
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gold Strand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Gold Sand
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kelsey's Curls
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wickerware
Behr
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Butterfly Bush
PPG
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hawthorne Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hawthorne Yellow
#F6E2A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hawthorne Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hawthorne Yellow 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 Hawthorne Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hawthorne Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hawthorne Yellow have?
Hawthorne Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Hawthorne Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Optimistic Yellow by Sherwin-Williams (#F5E1A6), Lemon Filling by Hirshfield's (#F9E4A6), Gold Strand by Vista Paint (#F2DFA4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Hawthorne Yellow?
Hawthorne Yellow has an LRV of 71.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hawthorne Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.