Softened Yellow 117-4DB is a yellow paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #F9DF8F, estimated LRV 75 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tigger’s Tail from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #F9DF8F · 117-4DB
Softened Yellow
75%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Softened Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#F9DF8F
RGB249, 223, 143
Estimated LRV74.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandDutch Boy
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#FFE28F
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#F6E08E
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#FEDF94
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#FFDF85
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#FCDC91
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Colors That Work With Softened Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Softened Yellow
#F9DF8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4D062
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Softened Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Softened 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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Softened Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Softened Yellow have?
Softened Yellow by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Softened Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Softened Yellow are Tigger’s Tail by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sign of the Crown by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Honey Tone by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Softened 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 Softened Yellow?
Softened Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 74.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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