Imperial Yellow 314 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FDC651, LRV 58 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fuzzy Duckling from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FDC651 · 314
Imperial Yellow
58%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Imperial Yellow Technical Profile
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Imperial Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Imperial Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreImperial Yellow
Nearly identical
BehrFuzzy Duckling
Fuzzy Duckling
Behr
Nearly identical
Chickadee
Valspar
Nearly identical
Orange Spark
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Grilled Cheese
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Corn Harvest
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Rayo de Sol
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Be Daring
PPG
Very similar
Extrovert
Kilz
Very similar
Honeybee Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Imperial Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Imperial Yellow
#FDC651
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BFD55D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Imperial Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Imperial 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 Imperial Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Imperial Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Imperial Yellow have?
Imperial Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Imperial Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Imperial Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Imperial Yellow are Fuzzy Duckling by Behr (a near-identical match), Smiley Face by Behr (a near-identical match), Chickadee by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Imperial Yellow'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 Imperial Yellow?
Imperial Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.9, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Imperial Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.