Mellowed Ivory 2149-50 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #DFD7B0, LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Alsot Olive from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DFD7B0 · 2149-50
Mellowed Ivory
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mellowed Ivory Technical Profile
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Mellowed Ivory in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mellowed Ivory in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreMellowed Ivory
Nearly identical
Vista PaintAlsot Olive
Alsot Olive
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Peeled Cucumber
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dull Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Island Embrace
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Primitive Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Lil' Bit Citrus
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rice Paddy
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Brocade Cream
PPG
Nearly identical
Plum Passion
Valspar
Very similar
Leaf .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Farrow's Cream
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mellowed Ivory
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellowed Ivory
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Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
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Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Mellowed Ivory
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellowed Ivory 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 Mellowed Ivory.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mellowed Ivory — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellowed Ivory have?
Mellowed Ivory 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 Mellowed Ivory in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mellowed Ivory from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mellowed Ivory are Alsot Olive by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Peeled Cucumber by Kilz (a near-identical match), Banana Cream by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mellowed Ivory'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 Mellowed Ivory?
Mellowed Ivory has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why Mellowed Ivory's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.