Ref. #F1E99B · LF230-01
Yellow Green
79%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Yellow Green Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Green? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F1E99B. Colors similar to Yellow Green include Vista Paint Golden Treasure, PPG Lazy Daizy, Dunn-Edwards Lemon Gelato. Yellow Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 79, Yellow Green reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Yellow Green reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Yellow Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Green
#F1E99B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Green 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Yellow Green.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Yellow Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Green have?
Yellow Green by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Treasure by Vista Paint (#F2EA9C), Lazy Daizy by PPG (#F6EBA1), Lemon Gelato by Dunn-Edwards (#F8EC9E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Green?
Yellow Green has an LRV of 79.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.