Lemon Dream 0942 is a orange paint color from Vista Paint. It has a hex value of #ECA72A, LRV 46 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Marigold from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ECA72A · 0942
Lemon Dream
46%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Lemon Dream Technical Profile
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Lemon Dream in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lemon Dream in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Vista PaintLemon Dream
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreYellow Marigold
Yellow Marigold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lemon Dream
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Dahlia Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Gusto Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ambered Honey
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Golden Castle
Valspar
Very similar
Acorn Squash
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Optimist Gold
Behr
Very similar
Brass Mesh
PPG
Very similar
Aspire .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Aloha
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lemon Dream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemon Dream
#ECA72A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BDCC66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemon Dream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemon Dream 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 Lemon Dream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lemon Dream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemon Dream have?
Lemon Dream by Vista Paint has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lemon Dream in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lemon Dream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemon Dream are Yellow Marigold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lemon Dream by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Dahlia Yellow by RAL (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lemon Dream'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 Lemon Dream?
Lemon Dream has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lemon Dream's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.