Ref. #F1E459 · MP25890
Yellow Petal
75%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Yellow Petal Technical Profile
What color is Yellow Petal? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F1E459. Colors similar to Yellow Petal include Behr Solar Energy, Vista Paint Sun Bright, Benjamin Moore Sunburst. Yellow Petal has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 75, Yellow Petal 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 Petal 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 Petal
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Yellow Petal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Yellow Petal
#F1E459
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2CD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Yellow Petal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Yellow Petal 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 MPC Colors
Other MPC colors close to Yellow Petal.
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 Petal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Yellow Petal have?
Yellow Petal by MPC has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Yellow Petal from other brands?
The closest matches are Solar Energy by Behr (#F6E259), Sun Bright by Vista Paint (#E9D959), Sunburst by Benjamin Moore (#FBE567). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Yellow Petal?
Yellow Petal has an LRV of 74.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Yellow Petal's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.