Ref. #CED1AC · K-405
Golden Chartreuse
62%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Golden Chartreuse Technical Profile
What color is Golden Chartreuse? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #CED1AC. Colors similar to Golden Chartreuse include Dunn-Edwards Olive Martini, Behr Sand Fossil, Benjamin Moore Maidenhair Fern. Golden Chartreuse has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Golden Chartreuse sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Golden Chartreuse reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Golden Chartreuse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Golden Chartreuse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Chartreuse
#CED1AC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Chartreuse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Chartreuse 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Golden Chartreuse.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Golden Chartreuse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Chartreuse have?
Golden Chartreuse by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Golden Chartreuse from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Martini by Dunn-Edwards (#CED2AB), Sand Fossil by Behr (#D2D3B0), Maidenhair Fern by Benjamin Moore (#CDD0AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Golden Chartreuse?
Golden Chartreuse has an LRV of 61.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Golden Chartreuse's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.