Acidified 121-7DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #CBA901, LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citronella from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CBA901 · 121-7DB
Acidified
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Acidified Technical Profile
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Acidified in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acidified in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyAcidified
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsCitronella
Citronella
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Mustard Field
Vista Paint
Very similar
Broom Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Citronette
Behr
Very similar
Grass Daisy
PPG
Very similar
La Vida
Valspar
Very similar
Brassy
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lemon Bar
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
French Quarter Gold
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acidified
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acidified
#CBA901
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99CB34
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acidified
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acidified 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 Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Acidified.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acidified — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acidified have?
Acidified by Dutch Boy 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 Acidified in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acidified from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acidified are Citronella by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Mustard Field by Vista Paint (a very close match), Broom Yellow by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Acidified'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 Acidified?
Acidified has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Acidified's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.