Ref. #FFEB7A · K-466
Summer Yellow
82%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Summer Yellow Technical Profile
What color is Summer Yellow? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FFEB7A. Colors similar to Summer Yellow include Behr Bicycle Yellow, Dunn-Edwards Dandelion, Hirshfield's Lemon Peel. Summer Yellow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Summer Yellow reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Summer Yellow 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 Summer Yellow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Yellow
#FFEB7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer 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 Vista Paint Colors
Other Vista Paint colors close to Summer 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.
Summer Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Yellow have?
Summer Yellow by Vista Paint has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Summer Yellow from other brands?
The closest matches are Bicycle Yellow by Behr (#FDEA74), Dandelion by Dunn-Edwards (#FCE974), Lemon Peel by Hirshfield's (#FFED80). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Summer Yellow?
Summer Yellow has an LRV of 82.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Summer Yellow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.