Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow 314

Official color page:Imperial Yellow 314
Color code:314
Color name:Imperial Yellow
Brand:Benjamin Moore

What color is Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow?

Step into a sunlit room painted in Benjamin Moore 314, and feel a wave of warmth wash over you. This Imperial Yellow hue adds a vibrant touch to any space, from cozy kitchens to lively living rooms. Incorporate Benjamin Moore 314 into your home office for a burst of energy during work hours, or brighten up a nursery to create a cheerful environment for your little one. Wherever it's applied, this color breathes life and joy into the room, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a sunny and inviting atmosphere.

What are Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow undertones?

Red is Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow undertone color, as you can clearly see on the color field below. To determine this undertone we’ve removed all the tints, tones, shades and get HUE (pure color). Seems that undertone definition on a white sheet is already outdated and rather inaccurate

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HEX value

HEX value:

#FCC550

RGB code:

252, 197, 80

Is Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow 314 cool or warm?

warm colors
Color wheel
cool colors

With a hue of 41° this Yellow refers warm paint shade according to HSL (Hue, Saturation, Lightness) on the color wheel.

314 Imperial Yellow HSL code: 41, 97%, 65%

Hue - degree on a color wheel from 0 to 360. 0 is red, 120 is green, and 240 is blue.
Saturation is a percentage value. 0% is a shade of grey, and 100% is the full color.
Lightness is also a percentage value. 0% is black, and 100% is white.

  • Warm Yellow will make even large rooms feel cozy and intimate
  • Warm Yellow undertones tend to make you feel happy, energized and playful
  • Warm paint colors are ideal for kitchens, living rooms or bathrooms
  • Warmer hues make larger spaces feel more inviting

Act like a pro: Mixing warm and cool shades is a must have to get harmonius interior. Add accents that contrast with the primary color to create visual balance. If your walls are a warm color, don’t forget to add accent in cold colors (furniture, art, décor). A good practice is too use a complementary color scheme.

Coordinating colors.
Colors that go with Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow:

Monochromatic color scheme

Monochromatic color scheme

This scheme consists of different shades, tints, and tones of a single color. It's the perfect hue combination, but with no accent decor it's pretty boring.

Lighter shades

Darker shades

Color comparison

Imperial Yellow 314 vs Yellow Brick Road 349

Unsure what shade is the better choice for your design? We've highlighted the differences of these two colors to help you determine which one will best suit your space.

Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow 314 vs Benjamin Moore Yellow Brick Road 349Open Imperial Yellow 314
LRV: 57.89%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 58.19%
Light color
Temperature: warm

Imperial Yellow 314 vs Luminous Days 300

Unsure what shade is the better choice for your design? We've highlighted the differences of these two colors to help you determine which one will best suit your space.

Benjamin Moore Imperial Yellow 314 vs Benjamin Moore Luminous Days 300Open Imperial Yellow 314
LRV: 57.89%
Light color
Temperature: warm
LRV: 52.38%
Light Medium color
Temperature: warm