Ref. #E1C161 · DE5431
Candelabra
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Candelabra Technical Profile
What color is Candelabra? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E1C161. Colors similar to Candelabra include Benjamin Moore Showtime, Behr Summer Field, Vista Paint The Outback. Candelabra has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Candelabra 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 Candelabra 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 Candelabra
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candelabra
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candelabra
#E1C161
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEC36F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candelabra
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candelabra 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 Candelabra.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candelabra — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candelabra have?
Candelabra by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Candelabra from other brands?
The closest matches are Showtime by Benjamin Moore (#E5C469), Summer Field by Behr (#E4C665), The Outback by Vista Paint (#DBBC61). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Candelabra?
Candelabra has an LRV of 55.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candelabra's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.