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Benjamin Moore American Cheese

2019-40 · #FFD867 · LRV 71.4

Compare with other brands: Glidden Mariposa is a 98% match

American Cheese (2019-40) is a light yellow from Benjamin Moore. Its LRV is about 71.4 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Mariposa (98% match).

Compare American Cheese with other brands

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LRV

71.4 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

2019-40

HEX

#FFD867

RGB

255, 216, 103

HSL

45°, 100%, 70%

Family

Yellows

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American Cheese FAQ

What is the LRV of American Cheese?

American Cheese has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 71.4 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight.

What is the closest match to American Cheese in other brands?

Glidden: Mariposa (PPG17-17), 98%; Dunn-Edwards: Golden Nectar (DE5347), 98%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dutch Tulip (HGSW1183), 97%; PPG: Dilly Dally (PPG1213-6), 96%; Behr: Squash Blossom (P290-5), 95%; Valspar: Backlit Lemon (V017-2), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Lemon Twist (SW 6909), 91%; Farrow & Ball: Babouche (No. 223), 75%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of American Cheese?

The HEX code of American Cheese (2019-40) is #FFD867, RGB 255, 216, 103. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.