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Lemon Souffl
84%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Souffl Technical Profile
What color is Lemon Souffl? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F9F1C5. Colors similar to Lemon Souffl include Vista Paint Pure Laughter, Vista Paint Sunny Sanibel, Hirshfield's Banana Custard. Lemon Souffl has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Lemon Souffl 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 Lemon Souffl 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 Lemon Souffl
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Souffl
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Souffl
#F9F1C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Souffl
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Souffl 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 Lemon Souffl.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lemon Souffl — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Souffl have?
Lemon Souffl by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lemon Souffl from other brands?
The closest matches are Pure Laughter by Vista Paint (#FAF2C7), Sunny Sanibel by Vista Paint (#F9F0C3), Banana Custard by Hirshfield's (#FCF3C5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lemon Souffl?
Lemon Souffl has an LRV of 83.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Souffl's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.