Yolk 2023-10 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #EDCA01, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buttered Popcorn from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDCA01 · 2023-10
Yolk
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yolk Technical Profile
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Yolk in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yolk in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreYolk
Nearly identical
Vista PaintButtered Popcorn
Buttered Popcorn
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Yolk
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Soleil
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Citrus Zest
Behr
Very similar
Yellow Mustard
Valspar
Very similar
Crushed Pineapple
PPG
Very similar
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Confident Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Visible difference
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yolk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yolk
#EDCA01
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4D24F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yolk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yolk 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 Yolk.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yolk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yolk have?
Yolk by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Yolk in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yolk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yolk are Buttered Popcorn by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Yolk by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Yolk by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yolk'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 Yolk?
Yolk has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 53.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yolk's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.