Yellow Squash 2161-50 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E4CAAB, LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Flan from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4CAAB · 2161-50
Yellow Squash
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yellow Squash Technical Profile
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Yellow Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yellow Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreYellow Squash
Nearly identical
Vista PaintFlan
Flan
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Flan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Interactive Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Melodious Ivory
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Irish Cream
Behr
Nearly identical
My Love
PPG
Nearly identical
You'Re Blushing
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Eggnog Latte
Kilz
Nearly identical
Wheat Toast
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Squash
#E4CAAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Squash 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 Squash.
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 Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Squash have?
Yellow Squash by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Yellow Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yellow Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yellow Squash are Flan by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Flan by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Interactive Cream by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yellow Squash'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 Yellow Squash?
Yellow Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Yellow Squash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.