Zinc Yellow 1018 is a yellow paint color from RAL. It has a hex value of #F8F32B, estimated LRV 84 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Highlighter from Dunn-Edwards (a visible but close match), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
RAL · #F8F32B · 1018
Zinc Yellow
84%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Zinc Yellow Technical Profile
HEX Code#F8F32B
RGB248, 243, 43
Estimated LRV84.2
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
Test it in your room
Place physical samples beside your flooring and trim. Check them in daylight and with your evening lights before buying paint.
Use this color
Get this color
Some sample and supply links are affiliate links — if you buy through them, Paint Color HQ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. It helps keep the site free.
Compare alternatives to Zinc Yellow
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Highlighter
Dunn-Edwards
#FFE536
Visible digital difference
Neon Light
Behr
#FDE33E
Visible digital difference
Rajah Gold
Vista Paint
#FFE449
Visible digital difference
Citrus Spice
PPG
#E6D943
Visible digital difference
Banana Yellow
Benjamin Moore
#FFE866
Visible digital difference
Citron
Hirshfield's
#FFDE42
Visible digital difference
Tangy Dill
Valspar
#D8D556
Visible digital difference
Liming
Kilz
#E1DD73
Visible digital difference
Lemon Twist
Sherwin-Williams
#FED95D
Visible digital difference
Summer'S Sun
Dutch Boy
#FED95D
Visible digital difference
Petal .02
Colorhouse
#C3D263
Visible digital difference
Comparing these brands? Order peel-and-stick samples of your top matches — Samplize buy 8 peel-and-stick samples, get 2 free.
Generated palette previews
Colors That Work With Zinc Yellow
These are generated digital colors, not named manufacturer paints. Use the palette tools to find paint candidates, then compare physical samples.
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zinc Yellow
#F8F32B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CD260
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zinc Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zinc 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 Zinc 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.
Zinc Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zinc Yellow have?
Zinc 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 Zinc Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zinc Yellow are Highlighter by Dunn-Edwards (a close match), Neon Light by Behr (a close match), Rajah Gold by Vista Paint (a close match) — the best options for getting Zinc 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 Zinc Yellow?
Zinc Yellow has a estimated lightness value of 84.2, 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.
Explore More with Zinc Yellow
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 Zinc Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.