Yosemite Yellow 215 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #E2CB85, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chilled Chardonnay from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E2CB85 · 215
Yosemite Yellow
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yosemite Yellow Technical Profile
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Yosemite Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Yosemite Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreYosemite Yellow
Nearly identical
KilzChilled Chardonnay
Chilled Chardonnay
Kilz
Nearly identical
Chickadee Yellow
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sweet Angelica
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Papyrus Plant
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vintage Yellow
PPG
Nearly identical
Lol Yellow
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Angelica
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Biscotti
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Beeswax .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Chartreuse
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
Yellow Ground
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yosemite Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yosemite Yellow
#E2CB85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACBF73
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yosemite Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yosemite Yellow 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 Yosemite Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yosemite Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yosemite Yellow have?
Yosemite Yellow 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 Yosemite Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Yosemite Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yosemite Yellow are Chilled Chardonnay by Kilz (a near-identical match), Chickadee Yellow by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sweet Angelica by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Yosemite Yellow'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 Yosemite Yellow?
Yosemite Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.2, 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 Yosemite Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.