Bakelite Yellow DET657 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C6B788, estimated LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dill Seed from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #C6B788 · DET657
Bakelite Yellow
48%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Bakelite Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#C6B788
RGB198, 183, 136
Estimated LRV47.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyyellow
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Bakelite Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bakelite Yellow
#C6B788
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bakelite Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bakelite 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
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Bakelite Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bakelite Yellow have?
Bakelite Yellow by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Bakelite Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bakelite Yellow are Dill Seed by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Starburst Wheat by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Late by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bakelite 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 Bakelite Yellow?
Bakelite Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 47.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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