Ref. #EFDE74 · DE5465
Lightning Bug
72%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lightning Bug Technical Profile
What color is Lightning Bug? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #EFDE74. Colors similar to Lightning Bug include PPG Canary Yellow, Benjamin Moore Yellow Finch, Vista Paint Bold Gold. Lightning Bug has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Lightning Bug 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 Lightning Bug 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 Lightning Bug
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lightning Bug
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lightning Bug
#EFDE74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6CA68
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lightning Bug
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lightning Bug 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 Lightning Bug.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lightning Bug — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lightning Bug have?
Lightning Bug by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Lightning Bug from other brands?
The closest matches are Canary Yellow by PPG (#EFDE75), Yellow Finch by Benjamin Moore (#EDDD72), Bold Gold by Vista Paint (#ECDF7A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Lightning Bug?
Lightning Bug has an LRV of 71.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lightning Bug's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.