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Benjamin Moore Mellow Yellow 2020-50

Mellow Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2020-50

About Mellow Yellow by Benjamin Moore

Mellow Yellow 2020-50 by Benjamin Moore is a light warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 82% and hue near 46° for steady results across rooms. Great for cozy rooms, nurseries, or calm living spaces. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

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Brightness: 82%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ffe99f

RGB: 255, 233, 159

Hue46°

Saturation100%

Lightness81%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Mellow Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2020-50

Frequently asked questions

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

Is Mellow Yellow 2020-50 a warm or cool color?
Mellow 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 Mellow Yellow?
Mellow Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 46°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Mellow Yellow?
Brightness is about 82%. Saturation is around 100%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 81%. Hue is close to 46°. The hex value is #ffe99f. The RGB value is 255, 233, 159.
Is Mellow Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Mellow Yellow has brightness around 82%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Mellow Yellow?
You can match Mellow 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 Mellow Yellow work best in a home?
Mellow 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 Mellow Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Mellow 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 Mellow Yellow in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

Mellow Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2020-50

Darker Shades by Benjamin Moore

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

Mellow Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2020-50

Complementary Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Mellow Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2020-50

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

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