Sulfur Yellow 1016 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #EDFF21, estimated LRV 90 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citron from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #EDFF21 · 1016
Sulfur Yellow
90%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Sulfur Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#EDFF21
RGB237, 255, 33
Estimated LRV89.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandRAL
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Colors That Work With Sulfur Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sulfur Yellow
#EDFF21
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FD65C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sulfur Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sulfur 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
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Sulfur Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sulfur Yellow have?
Sulfur Yellow by RAL has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Sulfur Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sulfur Yellow are Citron by Behr (a very close match), Grape Green by Behr (a close match), Lime Tree by Behr (a close match) — the best options for getting Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow?
Sulfur Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 89.6, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sulfur Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.