Lemon Curry DEFD26 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #BBA54F, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fresh Avocado from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #BBA54F · DEFD26
Lemon Curry
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Curry Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBA54F
RGB187, 165, 79
Estimated LRV38.0
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandDunn-Edwards
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Colors That Work With Lemon Curry
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Curry
#BBA54F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4B47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Curry
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Curry 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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Lemon Curry — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Curry have?
Lemon Curry 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 Lemon Curry from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Curry are Fresh Avocado by Kilz (a close digital match), Desert Moss by Behr (a close digital match), Spice Market by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemon Curry'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 Lemon Curry?
Lemon Curry has a estimated lightness value of 38.0, 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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