Lemon 2021-20 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFC501, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citrus Splash from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FFC501 · 2021-20
Lemon
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Technical Profile
HEX Code#FFC501
RGB255, 197, 1
Estimated LRV54.5
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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Compare alternatives to Lemon
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Citrus Splash
Behr
#FEC300
Close digital match
Inca Gold
Vista Paint
#FFC300
Close digital match
Lemon Yellow
Dutch Boy
#FFC700
Close digital match
Cheerful
Sherwin-Williams
#FFC723
Close digital match
Bumblebee
Dunn-Edwards
#FFC82A
Close digital match
Bright Bubble
Hirshfield's
#FFC42A
Close digital match
Golden Delight
Valspar
#FECA2A
Close digital match
Rise-n-shine
PPG
#FFC632
Close digital match
Extrovert
Kilz
#FECA43
Similar digital color
Signal Yellow
RAL
#E5BE01
Visible digital difference
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
#FFBA38
Visible digital difference
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
#ECC363
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Lemon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon
#FFC501
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5D65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon 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
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Lemon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon have?
Lemon 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 Lemon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon are Citrus Splash by Behr (a close digital match), Inca Gold by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Lemon Yellow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemon'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 Lemon?
Lemon has a estimated lightness value of 54.5, 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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