Laguna Yellow 291 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #ECD78A, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Knotty Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #ECD78A · 291
Laguna Yellow
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Laguna Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#ECD78A
RGB236, 215, 138
Estimated LRV64.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Laguna Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Laguna Yellow
#ECD78A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACC56D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Laguna Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Laguna Yellow Room Palettes
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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
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Laguna Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Laguna Yellow have?
Laguna Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Laguna Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Laguna Yellow are Knotty Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Gatsby Glitter by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Island Sun by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Laguna 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 Laguna Yellow?
Laguna Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 64.5, 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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