ColorplanBenjamin Moore Yellow Raincoat (2020-40) is a light yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 71. Closest matches: Behr Lemon Sorbet (330B-6). For trim, try White Mountains (906).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 71.4 (light; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #FFD867 |
| RGB | 255, 216, 103 |
| HSL | 45°, 100%, 70% |
About Yellow Raincoat
Yellow Raincoat (2020-40) is a light, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 71, Yellow Raincoat 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 Yellow Raincoat'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 American Cheese (2019-40); you'd mostly see the difference side by side.
How Yellow Raincoat changes with the light
Yellow Raincoat 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
Yellow Raincoat's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Yellow Raincoat 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 Yellow Raincoat can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Yellow Raincoat will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Yellow Raincoat in real homes
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Yellow Raincoat 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 7.6
Also close: Venetian Yellow (ΔE 8.7)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.9
Also close: Citron (ΔE 6.0)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Yellow Raincoat questions
What undertone does Yellow Raincoat have?
Yellow Raincoat has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Yellow Raincoat's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Yellow Raincoat a light or dark color?
Yellow Raincoat has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 71.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a light color. With an LRV of 71, Yellow Raincoat reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
What is the closest match to Yellow Raincoat in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 7.6); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 5.9); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (close, ΔE 3.3). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Yellow Raincoat?
Try White Mountains (906) on trim and Pink Damask (OC-72) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Yellow Raincoat's undertone.
Where does Yellow Raincoat work best?
Yellow Raincoat works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 71, Yellow Raincoat reflects most of the light that hits it, which helps small or dim rooms feel larger.
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