Timothy Straw 2149-40 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C7BA85, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Hint from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C7BA85 · 2149-40
Timothy Straw
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Timothy Straw Technical Profile
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Timothy Straw in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Timothy Straw in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreTimothy Straw
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsOlive Hint
Olive Hint
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Country Style
PPG
Nearly identical
Starburst Wheat
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cool Avocado
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Gnome Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Bamboo Shoot
Vista Paint
Very similar
Marsh Green
Valspar
Very similar
Hippolita
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lime Tart
Kilz
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Timothy Straw
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Timothy Straw
#C7BA85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Timothy Straw
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Timothy Straw — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Timothy Straw have?
Timothy Straw 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 Timothy Straw in your own space before committing.
What colors match Timothy Straw from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Timothy Straw are Olive Hint by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Country Style by PPG (a near-identical match), Starburst Wheat by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Timothy Straw'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 Timothy Straw?
Timothy Straw has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Timothy Straw's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.