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Benjamin Moore Sulfur Yellow 2151-40

Sulfur Yellow

Benjamin Moore

2151-40

About Sulfur Yellow by Benjamin Moore

Sulfur Yellow 2151-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 50% and hue near 43° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 50.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #d2ba7f

RGB: 210, 186, 127

Hue43°

Saturation48%

Lightness66%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

These are close matches to Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is Sulfur Yellow 2151-40 a warm or cool color?
Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow?
Sulfur Yellow sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 43°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Sulfur Yellow?
Brightness is about 50%. Saturation is around 48%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 66%. Hue is close to 43°. The hex value is #d2ba7f. The RGB value is 210, 186, 127.
Is Sulfur Yellow better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Sulfur Yellow has brightness around 50%. It sits in the middle, so it can work in both darker and brighter rooms if you balance the lighting.
Which colors go with Sulfur Yellow?
You can match Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow work best in a home?
Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow compare to a pure white paint?
Sulfur 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 Sulfur 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 Sulfur 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 Sulfur Yellow. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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