Lemon Yellow 1012 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #C7B446, LRV 45 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hep Green from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C7B446 · 1012
Lemon Yellow
45%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lemon Yellow Technical Profile
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Lemon Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lemon Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
RALLemon Yellow
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHep Green
Hep Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Hidden Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Pesto
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bright Gold
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Leapfrog
Behr
Very similar
September Sun
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pirate Gold
PPG
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Spring Moss
Valspar
Very similar
Yellow Umbrella
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Chameleon
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Yellow
#C7B446
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon 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 RAL Colors
Other RAL colors close to Lemon 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.
Lemon Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Yellow have?
Lemon Yellow by RAL has a cool (green) 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 Lemon Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lemon Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Yellow are Hep Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Hidden Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Pesto by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lemon Yellow'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 Lemon Yellow?
Lemon Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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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 Lemon Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.