Soleil DE5419 is a yellow paint color from Dunn-Edwards. It has a hex value of #E9CB2E, LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citrus Zest from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E9CB2E · DE5419
Soleil
60%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Soleil in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soleil in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dunn-EdwardsSoleil
Nearly identical
BehrCitrus Zest
Citrus Zest
Behr
Nearly identical
Yellow Hibiscus
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Crushed Pineapple
PPG
Very similar
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Basket of Gold
Vista Paint
Very similar
Yolk
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Tangy
Valspar
Very similar
Zingy!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soleil
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soleil
#E9CB2E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9CB67
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soleil
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soleil 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 Soleil.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soleil — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soleil have?
Soleil by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Soleil in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soleil from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soleil are Citrus Zest by Behr (a near-identical match), Yellow Hibiscus by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Yolk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soleil'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 Soleil?
Soleil has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Soleil's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.