Ref. #F8EC9E · DE5464
Lemon Gelato
82%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lemon Gelato Technical Profile
What color is Lemon Gelato? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F8EC9E. Colors similar to Lemon Gelato include Valspar East of the Sun, PPG Lazy Daizy, Behr Banana Split. Lemon Gelato has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Lemon Gelato reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Lemon Gelato 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 Lemon Gelato
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Gelato
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Gelato
#F8EC9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7CE64
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Gelato
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Gelato 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 Lemon Gelato.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lemon Gelato — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Gelato have?
Lemon Gelato by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lemon Gelato from other brands?
The closest matches are East of the Sun by Valspar (#F9EC9F), Lazy Daizy by PPG (#F6EBA1), Banana Split by Behr (#FDEFA2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lemon Gelato?
Lemon Gelato has an LRV of 82.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Gelato's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.