Exotic Yellow 120-6DB is a brown paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #BFA156, estimated LRV 37 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemongrass from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #BFA156 · 120-6DB
Exotic Yellow
37%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Exotic Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFA156
RGB191, 161, 86
Estimated LRV37.2
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 Familybrown
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Exotic Yellow
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Lemongrass
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#C5A559
Close digital match
Botanica Gold
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#BC9D58
Close digital match
Slender Stem
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#BDA459
Close digital match
Savannah Green
Benjamin Moore
#BBA150
Close digital match
Brown Rum
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#BC9B4E
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Antiquity
Sherwin-Williams
#C2A462
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#C4A461
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PPG
#BBA262
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#C6A664
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#CEAA5B
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#CB9E59
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Colors That Work With Exotic Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Exotic Yellow
#BFA156
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B57D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Exotic Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Exotic Yellow 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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Exotic Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Exotic Yellow have?
Exotic Yellow by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Exotic Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Exotic Yellow are Lemongrass by Behr (a close digital match), Mojave Gold by Behr (a close digital match), Botanica Gold by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Exotic Yellow'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 Exotic Yellow?
Exotic Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 37.2, 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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