Traffic Yellow 1023 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #FAD201, estimated LRV 66 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunnyside from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #FAD201 · 1023
Traffic Yellow
66%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Traffic Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#FAD201
RGB250, 210, 1
Estimated LRV66.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Traffic Yellow
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sunnyside
Hirshfield's
#F8D016
Close digital match
Yellow
Benjamin Moore
#FFD501
Close digital match
Golden Ray
Vista Paint
#FDD31D
Close digital match
Lemon Zest
Behr
#FCD709
Close digital match
Electric Glow
Dunn-Edwards
#FFD100
Close digital match
Tangy
Valspar
#FBD12B
Close digital match
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
#FFD330
Similar digital color
Flirtatious
PPG
#FFD637
Similar digital color
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
#FED340
Similar digital color
Wake Up
Kilz
#FFD754
Similar digital color
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
#ECC363
Visible digital difference
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
#EABE5B
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Traffic Yellow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Traffic Yellow
#FAD201
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABD559
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Traffic Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Traffic 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 Traffic 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.
Traffic Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Traffic Yellow have?
Traffic Yellow by RAL has a neutral 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 Traffic Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Traffic Yellow are Sunnyside by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Golden Ray by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Traffic 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 Traffic Yellow?
Traffic Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 66.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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