Lemon Zest DE5412 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E7C630, estimated LRV 58 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citrus Zest from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dunn-Edwards · #E7C630 · DE5412
Lemon Zest
58%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemon Zest Technical Profile
HEX Code#E7C630
RGB231, 198, 48
Estimated LRV57.6
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Citrus Zest
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#ECCC39
Close digital match
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#E3C93A
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Colors That Work With Lemon Zest
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Zest
#E7C630
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAC969
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Zest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Zest 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 Zest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Zest have?
Lemon Zest 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 Zest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Zest are Citrus Zest by Behr (a close digital match), Yellow Hibiscus by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sunrays by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemon Zest'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 Zest?
Lemon Zest has a estimated lightness value of 57.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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