ColorplanBenjamin Moore Bold Yellow (336) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 73. For trim, try Mannequin Cream (OC-92).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 73.3 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FFDD39 |
| RGB | 255, 221, 57 |
| HSL | 50°, 100%, 61% |
About Bold Yellow
Bold Yellow (336) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 73, Bold Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bold Yellow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Bright Yellow (2022-30), it's cooler and more muted.
How Bold Yellow changes with the light
Bold Yellow has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Bold Yellow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Bold Yellow will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Bold Yellow can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Bold Yellow will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Bold Yellow in real homes
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Bold Yellow equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 12.4
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 12.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 10.0
Also close: Citron (ΔE 10.7)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.6
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 16.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Bold Yellow questions
What undertone does Bold Yellow have?
Bold Yellow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bold Yellow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Bold Yellow a light or dark color?
Bold Yellow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 73.3 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 73, Bold Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Bold Yellow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 12.4); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 10.0); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 6.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Bold Yellow?
Try Mannequin Cream (OC-92) on trim and Capitol White (CW-10) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Bold Yellow's undertone.
Where does Bold Yellow work best?
Bold Yellow works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 73, Bold Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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