Sunny Afternoon 356 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EED350, estimated LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Pineapple from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #EED350 · 356
Sunny Afternoon
61%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sunny Afternoon Technical Profile
HEX Code#EED350
RGB238, 211, 80
Estimated LRV60.9
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 Sunny Afternoon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunny Afternoon
#EED350
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AACB67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunny Afternoon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunny Afternoon 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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Sunny Afternoon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunny Afternoon have?
Sunny Afternoon 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 Sunny Afternoon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunny Afternoon are Fresh Pineapple by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sunnyside Up by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Dilly Dally by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sunny Afternoon'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 Sunny Afternoon?
Sunny Afternoon has a estimated lightness value of 60.9, 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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