Ref. #FFD501 · 2022-10
Yellow
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Yellow? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FFD501. Colors similar to Yellow include Vista Paint Under the Sun, Vista Paint Happy Face, RAL Traffic Yellow. Yellow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Yellow sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. 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 Yellow 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 Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow
#FFD501
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow 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 Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow have?
Yellow by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Under the Sun by Vista Paint (#FFD704), Happy Face by Vista Paint (#FFD300), Traffic Yellow by RAL (#FAD201). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow?
Yellow has an LRV of 60.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.