Ref. #EDDD72 · 2024-40
Yellow Finch
68%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Yellow Finch Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Finch? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #EDDD72. Colors similar to Yellow Finch include Dunn-Edwards Lightning Bug, PPG Canary Yellow, Vista Paint Bold Gold. Yellow Finch has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 68, Yellow Finch 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 Finch 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 Finch
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Finch
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Finch
#EDDD72
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5C86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Finch
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Finch 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 Finch.
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 Finch — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Finch have?
Yellow Finch by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow Finch from other brands?
The closest matches are Lightning Bug by Dunn-Edwards (#EFDE74), Canary Yellow by PPG (#EFDE75), Bold Gold by Vista Paint (#ECDF7A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Finch?
Yellow Finch has an LRV of 68.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Finch's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.