Ref. #C68F39 · 2154-10
Yellow Oxide
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Yellow Oxide Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Oxide? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #C68F39. Colors similar to Yellow Oxide include Vista Paint Child of the Moon, Hirshfield's Child Of The Moon, Hirshfield's Yellow Warning. Yellow Oxide has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Yellow Oxide depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Yellow Oxide
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Oxide
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Oxide
#C68F39
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Oxide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Oxide 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 Oxide.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellow Oxide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Oxide have?
Yellow Oxide by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Yellow Oxide from other brands?
The closest matches are Child of the Moon by Vista Paint (#C68E38), Child Of The Moon by Hirshfield's (#C68D37), Yellow Warning by Hirshfield's (#C69035). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Oxide?
Yellow Oxide has an LRV of 31.9, 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 Yellow Oxide's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.