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Hawthorne Yellow

Benjamin Moore

HC-4

About Hawthorne Yellow by Benjamin Moore

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Brightness: 75.9%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #f5e1a4

RGB: 245, 225, 164

Hue45°

Saturation80%

Lightness80%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Hawthorne Yellow from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

Hawthorne Yellow

Benjamin Moore

HC-4

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how Hawthorne Yellow looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Hawthorne Yellow HC-4 a warm or cool color?
Hawthorne Yellow by Benjamin Moore is a warm light color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Hawthorne Yellow?
Hawthorne Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 45°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Hawthorne Yellow?
Brightness is about 76%. Saturation is around 80%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 80%. Hue is close to 45°. The hex value is #f5e1a4. The RGB value is 245, 225, 164.
Is Hawthorne Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Hawthorne Yellow has brightness around 76%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Hawthorne Yellow?
You can match Hawthorne Yellow with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does Hawthorne Yellow work best in a home?
Hawthorne Yellow is a good fit for full walls in living rooms, bedrooms, and open spaces, especially where you want a soft warm backdrop. It can also work in lower light areas because it stays fairly bright.
How does Hawthorne Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Hawthorne Yellow is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and light color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Benjamin Moore

These lighter shades sit above Hawthorne Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Hawthorne Yellow

Benjamin Moore

HC-4

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

These colors drop a bit below Hawthorne Yellow in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

Hawthorne Yellow

Benjamin Moore

HC-4

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from Hawthorne Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Hawthorne Yellow

Benjamin Moore

HC-4

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to Hawthorne Yellow. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

VISIONARY

Glidden

PPG1210-3

Optimistic Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6900

Lantern Light

Sherwin Williams

SW6687

Glad Yellow

Sherwin Williams

SW6694