ColorplanBenjamin Moore Suntan Yellow (2155-50) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 74. Closest matches: Sherwin-Williams Butter Up (SW 6681), Farrow & Ball Yellow Ground (No.218) and Behr Pale Honey (PPU6-08). For trim, try Winter Sky (2163-70).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 74.2 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FBDC9F |
| RGB | 251, 220, 159 |
| HSL | 40°, 92%, 80% |
About Suntan Yellow
Suntan Yellow (2155-50) is a light, medium-strength yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 74, Suntan 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 Suntan 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. Next to Honeywheat (179), it's lighter.
How Suntan Yellow changes with the light
Suntan 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
Suntan Yellow's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Suntan 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 Suntan Yellow can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Suntan Yellow will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Suntan Yellow in real homes
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Suntan 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.
Sherwin-Williams
Very close · ΔE 1.8
Also close: Jonquil (ΔE 2.4)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Close · ΔE 3.8
Also close: Dayroom Yellow (ΔE 4.1)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Suntan Yellow questions
What undertone does Suntan Yellow have?
Suntan Yellow has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Suntan Yellow's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Suntan Yellow a light or dark color?
Suntan Yellow has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 74.2 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 74, Suntan Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Suntan Yellow in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Butter Up SW 6681 (very close, ΔE 1.8); Farrow & Ball: Yellow Ground No.218 (close, ΔE 3.8); Behr: Pale Honey PPU6-08 (close, ΔE 4.4). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Suntan Yellow?
Try Winter Sky (2163-70) on trim and Opulence (OC-69) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Suntan Yellow's undertone.
Where does Suntan Yellow work best?
Suntan Yellow works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 74, Suntan Yellow reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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