Ref. #E2CB85 · 215
Yosemite Yellow
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Yosemite Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Yosemite Yellow? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E2CB85. Colors similar to Yosemite Yellow include Kilz Chilled Chardonnay, Vista Paint Sweet Angelica, Valspar Papyrus Plant. Yosemite Yellow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 57, Yosemite Yellow sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Yosemite Yellow reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Yosemite Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yosemite Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Chilled Chardonnay by Kilz (#E3CC84), Sweet Angelica by Vista Paint (#E5CF8A), Papyrus Plant by Valspar (#E2CC8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yosemite Yellow?
Yosemite Yellow has an LRV of 57.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Yosemite Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.