Sunshine 2021-30 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FFCF0C, LRV 61 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Ole from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFCF0C · 2021-30
Sunshine
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sunshine Technical Profile
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Sunshine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sunshine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreSunshine
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLemon Ole
Lemon Ole
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beacon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Marigold
Behr
Nearly identical
Happy Face
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Electric Glow
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yellow Mustard
Valspar
Nearly identical
Confident Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Traffic Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Flirtatious
PPG
Very similar
Extrovert
Kilz
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunshine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunshine
#FFCF0C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunshine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunshine 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 Sunshine.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sunshine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunshine have?
Sunshine 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 Sunshine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sunshine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sunshine are Lemon Ole by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Beacon by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Marigold by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sunshine'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 Sunshine?
Sunshine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.8, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunshine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.