Mellow Yellow 2020-50 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFEAA0, LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butter Tart from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFEAA0 · 2020-50
Mellow Yellow
78%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mellow Yellow Technical Profile
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Mellow Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mellow 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 MooreMellow Yellow
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sButter Tart
Butter Tart
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Lemon Twist
Valspar
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Twinkle Little Star
PPG
Nearly identical
Lively Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Rich Glow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Sunstone
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aspire .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Fun Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Yellow Green
Kilz
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mellow Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellow Yellow
#FFEAA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Mellow Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellow 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 Mellow 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.
Mellow Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellow Yellow have?
Mellow Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mellow Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mellow Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mellow Yellow are Butter Tart by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Lemon Twist by Valspar (a near-identical match), Egg Nog by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mellow 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 Mellow Yellow?
Mellow Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mellow Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.