ColorplanBenjamin Moore Bright Yellow (2022-30) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 72. For trim, try Beach Haven (218).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 71.9 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FFDB00 |
| RGB | 255, 219, 0 |
| HSL | 52°, 100%, 50% |
About Bright Yellow
Bright Yellow (2022-30) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 72, Bright 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 Bright 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 Sunporch (2023-30), it's lighter and warmer.
How Bright Yellow changes with the light
Bright 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
Bright Yellow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Bright 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 Bright Yellow can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Bright Yellow will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Bright Yellow in real homes
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Bright 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 14.3
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 14.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 11.2
Also close: Citron (ΔE 12.4)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.5
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 17.5)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Bright Yellow questions
What undertone does Bright Yellow have?
Bright Yellow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Bright Yellow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Bright Yellow a light or dark color?
Bright Yellow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 72, Bright Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Bright Yellow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 14.3); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 11.2); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 7.5). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Bright Yellow?
Try Beach Haven (218) on trim and Cream Froth (OC-97) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Bright Yellow's undertone.
Where does Bright Yellow work best?
Bright Yellow works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 72, Bright Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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