Bakelite Yellow DET657 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #C6B788, 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.
Ref. #C6B788 · DET657
Bakelite Yellow
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bakelite Yellow Technical Profile
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Bakelite Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bakelite Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsBakelite Yellow
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyDill Seed
Dill Seed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Late
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bamboo Shoot
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Golden Sage
PPG
Very similar
Cool Avocado
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Minced Ginger
Behr
Very similar
Refined
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Dry Leaf
Valspar
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bakelite Yellow
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
Pure 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
Similar Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Bakelite 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.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bakelite Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bakelite Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bakelite Yellow are Dill Seed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Starburst Wheat by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Late by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bakelite Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.