Ref. #FFEEA5 · DE5388
Sour Lemon
85%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sour Lemon Technical Profile
What color is Sour Lemon? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FFEEA5. Colors similar to Sour Lemon include Benjamin Moore Wildflowers, Behr Lively Yellow, Behr Sweet As Honey. Sour Lemon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Sour Lemon 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 Sour Lemon 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 Sour Lemon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sour Lemon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sour Lemon
#FFEEA5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sour Lemon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sour Lemon 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 Sour Lemon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sour Lemon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sour Lemon have?
Sour Lemon by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Sour Lemon from other brands?
The closest matches are Wildflowers by Benjamin Moore (#FDECA3), Lively Yellow by Behr (#FEECA2), Sweet As Honey by Behr (#FEECA1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sour Lemon?
Sour Lemon has an LRV of 85.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sour Lemon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.