ColorplanBenjamin Moore Cheerful (354) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 72. For trim, try Calming Cream (OC-105).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 71.7 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F3DD64 |
| RGB | 243, 221, 100 |
| HSL | 51°, 86%, 67% |
About Cheerful
Cheerful (354) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 72, Cheerful 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 Cheerful'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. It's very close to Delightful Yellow (335); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Cheerful changes with the light
Cheerful 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
Cheerful's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Cheerful 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 Cheerful can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Cheerful will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Cheerful in real homes
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Cheerful 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 8.6
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 10.2)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 7.9
Also close: Babouche (ΔE 8.4)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.6
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 13.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Cheerful questions
What undertone does Cheerful have?
Cheerful has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Cheerful's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Cheerful a light or dark color?
Cheerful has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.7 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 72, Cheerful reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Cheerful in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 8.6); Farrow & Ball: Citron No.74 (closest available, ΔE 7.9); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 7.6). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Cheerful?
Try Calming Cream (OC-105) on trim and Mountain Peak White (OC-121) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Cheerful's undertone.
Where does Cheerful work best?
Cheerful works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 72, Cheerful reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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