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Lemon Soufflé

Benjamin Moore · 331

The Analysis

Lemon Soufflé is a high-LRV (86.26) yellow, meaning it reflects a significant amount of light back into the room. It acts like a permanent sunlight source, making smaller or dim spaces feel larger and more open.

It works best as a main wall color in spaces where you want to boost mood, such as kitchens or breakfast nooks. Use it as a subtle backdrop to keep a room feeling airy without the starkness of pure white.

LRV 86

History & Origin

This is a classic, fresh look reminiscent of mid-century kitchen palettes and cottage-style aesthetics. It steers clear of dusty period-specific tints, opting for a crisp, modern clarity.

Undertonewarm-green
FamilyYellow

How to Use It

Pair this with matte black hardware to ground the brightness or warm walnut wood tones to enhance the yellow undertones. It performs best in kitchens and laundry rooms where you want to maximize brightness.

The Mood

This shade is distinctly energizing and cheerful, providing a clear, optimistic backdrop for daily life. Because it lacks muddiness, it feels clean rather than cluttered or heavy.

Colour harmonies

Complementary

Opposite on the colour wheel — bold, high-contrast pairings. Use for a feature wall or furniture you want to command attention.

Analogous

Neighbouring hues — cohesive and calm, great for layered schemes that feel collected rather than matched.

Split complementary

Near-opposites for strong contrast with a little less tension than a pure complement. A favourite of interior designers.

Triadic

Three evenly spaced hues — balanced, vibrant, and versatile. Keep one dominant and use the others sparingly.

Tetradic (square)

Four hues in a square on the wheel — rich, dynamic palettes. Best when one colour leads and the others accent.

Monochromatic

Dark, mid, and light steps on the same hue — a failsafe gradient for trim, walls, and accents without shifting colour family.

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Lighting

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