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Dunn-Edwards Dandelion

DE5417 · #FCE974 · LRV 80.2

Compare with other brands: Benjamin Moore Sunburst is a 91% match

Dandelion (DE5417) is a light yellow from Dunn-Edwards. Its LRV is about 80.2 (very light): it bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. in strong direct sun it can look stark. The closest match in another brand is Benjamin Moore Sunburst (91% match).

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LRV

80.2 · Very light

Temperature

Warm

Code

DE5417

HEX

#FCE974

RGB

252, 233, 116

HSL

52°, 96%, 72%

Family

Yellows

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Dandelion FAQ

What is the LRV of Dandelion?

Dandelion has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 80.2 on a 0–100 scale, which is very light. It bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. In strong direct sun it can look stark.

What is the closest match to Dandelion in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Sunburst (2023-40), 91%; Valspar: Wild Daffodil (8001-25C), 89%; PPG: Canary Yellow (PPG1215-4), 88%; Glidden: Citrus Punch (PPG1212-5), 87%; Behr: Solar Energy (P310-5), 83%; Sherwin-Williams: Lemon Twist (SW 6909), 80%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Funky Yellow (HGSW6913), 78%; Farrow & Ball: Babouche (No. 223), 64%. 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 Dandelion?

The HEX code of Dandelion (DE5417) is #FCE974, RGB 252, 233, 116. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.