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Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow 314

Imperial Yellow

Benjamin Moore

314

About Imperial Yellow by Benjamin Moore

Imperial Yellow 314 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 61% and hue near 41° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 61.2%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #fcc550

RGB: 252, 197, 80

Hue41°

Saturation97%

Lightness65%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Imperial Yellow 314 a warm or cool color?
Imperial Yellow by Benjamin Moore is a warm mid tone color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is Imperial Yellow?
Imperial Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 41°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Imperial Yellow?
Brightness is about 61%. Saturation is around 97%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 65%. Hue is close to 41°. The hex value is #fcc550. The RGB value is 252, 197, 80.
Is Imperial Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Imperial Yellow has brightness around 61%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Imperial Yellow?
You can match Imperial 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 Imperial Yellow work best in a home?
Imperial Yellow works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does Imperial Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Imperial Yellow is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and mid tone 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 Imperial Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Alternate Colors by other brands

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