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Glimmer

342 · Benjamin Moore

LRV 68 · light

0 black100 white

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Benjamin Moore Glimmer (342) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 68. Closest matches: Behr Lemon Sorbet (330B-6). 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

FamilyYellow
LRV68.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white)
HEX#F7D64F
RGB247, 214, 79
HSL48°, 91%, 64%

About Glimmer

Glimmer (342) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 68, Glimmer has visible color without darkening a room much.

In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Glimmer'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 Golden Orchards (329), it's cooler.

How Glimmer changes with the light

Glimmer 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.

N

North-facing rooms

Glimmer's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.

E

East-facing rooms

Glimmer will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.

S

South-facing rooms

In strong south light Glimmer can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.

W

West-facing rooms

Glimmer will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.

See Glimmer in real homes

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Glimmer 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

Jonquil SW 6674

Closest available · ΔE 10.3

Also close: Venetian Yellow (ΔE 10.5)

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Farrow & Ball

Babouche No.223

Closest available · ΔE 7.3

Also close: Citron (ΔE 8.1)

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Behr

Lemon Sorbet 330B-6

Close · ΔE 4.9

Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 13.4)

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Glimmer questions

What undertone does Glimmer have?

Glimmer has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Glimmer's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.

Is Glimmer a light or dark color?

Glimmer has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 68.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 68, Glimmer has visible color without darkening a room much.

What is the closest match to Glimmer in other paint brands?

Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 10.3); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 7.3); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (close, ΔE 4.9). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.

What trim and ceiling color goes with Glimmer?

Try Mannequin Cream (OC-92) on trim and Mountain Peak White (OC-121) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Glimmer's undertone.

Where does Glimmer work best?

Glimmer works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 68, Glimmer has visible color without darkening a room much.

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