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Sunshine on the Bay
73%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sunshine on the Bay Technical Profile
What color is Sunshine on the Bay? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F4E59D. Colors similar to Sunshine on the Bay include Valspar Wild Daisy, PPG Wright Cornfield Tan, Vista Paint Scene Stealer. Sunshine on the Bay has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 73, Sunshine on the Bay 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 Sunshine on the Bay 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 Sunshine on the Bay
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wild Daisy
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wright Cornfield Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Scene Stealer
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Scene Stealer
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Egg Nog
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fun Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lively Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Dayroom Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sunshine on the Bay
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sunshine on the Bay
#F4E59D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AACA68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sunshine on the Bay
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sunshine on the Bay 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 on the Bay.
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 on the Bay — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sunshine on the Bay have?
Sunshine on the Bay by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sunshine on the Bay from other brands?
The closest matches are Wild Daisy by Valspar (#F3E298), Wright Cornfield Tan by PPG (#F9E8A5), Scene Stealer by Vista Paint (#FAE89A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sunshine on the Bay?
Sunshine on the Bay has an LRV of 72.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sunshine on the Bay's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.