Yellow Duckling LE150-01 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #FED98E, estimated LRV 73 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dreamsicle from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #FED98E · LE150-01
Yellow Duckling
73%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Yellow Duckling Technical Profile
HEX Code#FED98E
RGB254, 217, 142
Estimated LRV72.6
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 Familyorange
BrandKilz
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#FFD98D
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#FFDA8B
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#FFD78C
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Sweet Butter
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#FDDC95
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Evening Glow
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#FDD792
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Applesauce
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#F7D68F
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Naples Yellow
Sherwin-Williams
#F6D58F
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Colors That Work With Yellow Duckling
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Duckling
#FED98E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1D55D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Duckling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Duckling 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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Yellow Duckling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Duckling have?
Yellow Duckling by Kilz has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Yellow Duckling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Yellow Duckling are Dreamsicle by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Big Bus Yellow by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Big Bus Yellow by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Yellow Duckling'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 Yellow Duckling?
Yellow Duckling has a estimated lightness value of 72.6, 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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