Citron 0850 is a yellow paint color from Hirshfield's. It has a hex value of #FFDE42, LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bold Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFDE42 · 0850
Citron
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Citron in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citron in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Hirshfield'sCitron
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBold Yellow
Bold Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Citron
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Radiant Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Acorn Squash
PPG
Nearly identical
Buzz-in
Behr
Nearly identical
Sweet Mustard
Valspar
Very similar
Saffron Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
Lemon Twist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Summer'S Sun
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citron
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citron
#FFDE42
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AED65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citron
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citron 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Citron.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citron — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citron have?
Citron by Hirshfield's 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 Citron in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citron from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citron are Bold Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Citron by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Radiant Sunrise by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citron'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 Citron?
Citron has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 73.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citron's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.