ColorplanBenjamin Moore Danse du Soleil (CC-212) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 71. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Jonquil (SW 6674) and Farrow & Ball Yellow Ground (No.218). For trim, try Woodland Snow (2161-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 70.9 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F9D795 |
| RGB | 249, 215, 149 |
| HSL | 40°, 89%, 78% |
About Danse du Soleil
Danse du Soleil (CC-212) is a light, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 71, Danse du Soleil 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 Danse du Soleil'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 Country Comfort (305); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Danse du Soleil changes with the light
Danse du Soleil 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
Danse du Soleil's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Danse du Soleil 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 Danse du Soleil can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Danse du Soleil will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Danse du Soleil in real homes
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Danse du Soleil 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
Very close · ΔE 1.0
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 3.0)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 5.0
Also close: Banana Cream (ΔE 6.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Danse du Soleil questions
What undertone does Danse du Soleil have?
Danse du Soleil has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Danse du Soleil's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Danse du Soleil a light or dark color?
Danse du Soleil has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 70.9 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 71, Danse du Soleil reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Danse du Soleil in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (very close, ΔE 1.0); Farrow & Ball: Yellow Ground No.218 (close, ΔE 2.6); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (closest available, ΔE 5.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Danse du Soleil?
Try Woodland Snow (2161-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Danse du Soleil's undertone.
Where does Danse du Soleil work best?
Danse du Soleil works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 71, Danse du Soleil reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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