ColorplanBenjamin Moore Crowne Hill Yellow (312) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 73. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jonquil (SW 6674) and Farrow & Ball Citron (No.74). For trim, try Lychee (AF-40).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 73.2 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FBDB90 |
| RGB | 251, 219, 144 |
| HSL | 42°, 93%, 77% |
About Crowne Hill Yellow
Crowne Hill Yellow (312) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 73, Crowne Hill 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 Crowne Hill 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. It's very close to Sweet Butter (171); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Crowne Hill Yellow changes with the light
Crowne Hill 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
Crowne Hill Yellow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Crowne Hill 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 Crowne Hill Yellow can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Crowne Hill Yellow will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Crowne Hill Yellow in real homes
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Crowne Hill 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.
Behr
Closest available · ΔE 7.0
Also close: Banana Cream (ΔE 7.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Crowne Hill Yellow questions
What undertone does Crowne Hill Yellow have?
Crowne Hill Yellow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Crowne Hill Yellow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Crowne Hill Yellow a light or dark color?
Crowne Hill Yellow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 73.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 73, Crowne Hill Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Crowne Hill Yellow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (close, ΔE 2.9); Farrow & Ball: Citron No.74 (close, ΔE 3.1); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (closest available, ΔE 7.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Crowne Hill Yellow?
Try Lychee (AF-40) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Crowne Hill Yellow's undertone.
Where does Crowne Hill Yellow work best?
Crowne Hill Yellow works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 73, Crowne Hill Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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