ColorplanBenjamin Moore Lightning Bug (340) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 76. For trim, try Ivory Tusk (OC-91).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 75.6 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F7E27D |
| RGB | 247, 226, 125 |
| HSL | 50°, 88%, 73% |
About Lightning Bug
Lightning Bug (340) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 76, Lightning Bug 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 Lightning Bug'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 Limon (334), it's warmer.
How Lightning Bug changes with the light
Lightning Bug 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
Lightning Bug's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Lightning Bug 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 Lightning Bug can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Lightning Bug will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Lightning Bug in real homes
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Lightning Bug 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 5.9
Also close: Butter Up (ΔE 7.9)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 6.4
Also close: Citron (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 8.4
Also close: Banana Cream (ΔE 11.3)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Lightning Bug questions
What undertone does Lightning Bug have?
Lightning Bug has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Lightning Bug's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Lightning Bug a light or dark color?
Lightning Bug has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 75.6 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 76, Lightning Bug reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Lightning Bug in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Venetian Yellow SW 1666 (closest available, ΔE 5.9); Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow No.233 (closest available, ΔE 6.4); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 8.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Lightning Bug?
Try Ivory Tusk (OC-91) on trim and Gardenia (AF-10) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Lightning Bug's undertone.
Where does Lightning Bug work best?
Lightning Bug works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 76, Lightning Bug reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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