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Sun Yellow
44%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Sun Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Sun Yellow? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #F39F18. Colors similar to Sun Yellow include Behr Sunny Side Up, Benjamin Moore Orange Sky, Vista Paint Gilded Vision. Sun Yellow has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 44 gives Sun Yellow depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sun Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sun Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sun Yellow
#F39F18
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3D062
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sun Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sun 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 Sun Yellow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sun Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sun Yellow have?
Sun Yellow by RAL has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sun Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Sunny Side Up by Behr (#FEA104), Orange Sky by Benjamin Moore (#FFA001), Gilded Vision by Vista Paint (#FFA521). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sun Yellow?
Sun Yellow has an LRV of 43.9, 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 Sun Yellow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.