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Yellowstone
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yellowstone Technical Profile
What color is Yellowstone? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #DFB967. Colors similar to Yellowstone include Behr Dandelion Wish, Valspar Butterscotch Lollipop, Dunn-Edwards Santa Fe Tan. Yellowstone has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 48 gives Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellowstone
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellowstone
#DFB967
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellowstone
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellowstone 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 Yellowstone.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellowstone — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellowstone have?
Yellowstone by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Yellowstone from other brands?
The closest matches are Dandelion Wish by Behr (#E1B865), Butterscotch Lollipop by Valspar (#E3B964), Santa Fe Tan by Dunn-Edwards (#DFB45F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellowstone?
Yellowstone has an LRV of 47.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Yellowstone's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.