Ref. #EAEFCE · 1216-2
Cool Yellow
84%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cool Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Cool Yellow? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #EAEFCE. Colors similar to Cool Yellow include Valspar Whipped Mint, Valspar Sheer Green, Kilz In Paradise. Cool Yellow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Cool Yellow 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 Cool Yellow 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 Cool Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Whipped Mint
Valspar
Nearly identical
In Paradise
Kilz
Nearly identical
Joy of Nature
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Climate Change
Behr
Nearly identical
Tinted Mint
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Crisp Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Elfin Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Frost White Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Yellow
#EAEFCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Cool Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Yellow have?
Cool Yellow by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Cool Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Whipped Mint by Valspar (#EBEFD0), Sheer Green by Valspar (#EDF0CE), In Paradise by Kilz (#ECF1D3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool Yellow?
Cool Yellow has an LRV of 83.7, 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 Cool Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.