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Benjamin Moore Yellow Highlighter 2021-40

Yellow Highlighter

Benjamin Moore

2021-40

About Yellow Highlighter by Benjamin Moore

Yellow Highlighter 2021-40 by Benjamin Moore is a mid warm shade with a simple, inviting feel. It shows brightness around 74% and hue near 47° for steady results across rooms. Adds comfort to living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Pairs nicely with soft whites, creams, and gentle grays.

Brightness: 74.4%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #ffde64

RGB: 255, 222, 100

Hue47°

Saturation100%

Lightness70%

Similar Colors by Benjamin Moore

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

Is Yellow Highlighter 2021-40 a warm or cool color?
Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter?
Yellow Highlighter sits in the yellow or beige family. Its hue is about 47°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for Yellow Highlighter?
Brightness is about 74%. Saturation is around 100%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 70%. Hue is close to 47°. The hex value is #ffde64. The RGB value is 255, 222, 100.
Is Yellow Highlighter better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
Yellow Highlighter has brightness around 74%. It can help lift darker spaces without feeling too stark, so it works well in darker rooms, halls, or basements.
Which colors go with Yellow Highlighter?
You can match Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter work best in a home?
Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter compare to a pure white paint?
Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter 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 Yellow Highlighter. They add contrast without clashing.

Alternate Colors by other brands

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