Ref. #CAC081 · CSP-885
Turkish Bay Leaf
49%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Turkish Bay Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Turkish Bay Leaf? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #CAC081. Colors similar to Turkish Bay Leaf include Farrow & Ball Churlish Green, Vista Paint Footie Pajamas, Kilz Lime Tart. Turkish Bay Leaf has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives Turkish Bay Leaf depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Turkish Bay Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Turkish Bay Leaf
#CAC081
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Turkish Bay Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Turkish Bay Leaf 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 Turkish Bay Leaf.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Turkish Bay Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Turkish Bay Leaf have?
Turkish Bay Leaf by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Turkish Bay Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Churlish Green by Farrow & Ball (#C8BD83), Footie Pajamas by Vista Paint (#C8C387), Lime Tart by Kilz (#D0C58B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Turkish Bay Leaf?
Turkish Bay Leaf has an LRV of 49.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Turkish Bay Leaf
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 Turkish Bay Leaf's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.