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Match of Benjamin Moore™ 281 Citronée *

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A match of Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée reads as a very light cream-beige with a warm yellow cast and a faint citron-like undertone. It sits close to off-white, but the color is softer and more muted than a clean white.

MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to this color can be used on vents, switch plates, speaker grilles, shelf brackets, cabinet hardware, picture frames, wicker baskets, and PVC trim pieces when a pale, restrained finish is needed. It can also be applied to small exterior parts such as railings, shutters, mailboxes, gutters, and downspouts.

Because this is a very light color, dark primer, uneven filler, or older coatings can show through more readily if coverage is thin, so surface prep and film build matter. Finish also affects the read: gloss can make the warm undertone look clearer, while flatter finishes soften the color and reduce visible substrate contrast.

Similar colors:

GB-102
OR-43 Lemon Verbena
372 Vanilla Cookie

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About Benjamin Moore Paints

Benjamin Moore has set the standard for excellence with their large selection of authentic colors such as the Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Match of Benjamin Moore™ 281 Citronée *

Where can I find the SDS for Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee matched by MyPerfectColor?

The SDS is tied to the MyPerfectColor product formulation, not to the Benjamin Moore color name alone. If you are ordering a match of Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee, use the MyPerfectColor Safety Data Sheets page for that product chemistry before you buy or use it. The SDS page listed for this color is https://www.myperfectcolor.com/Safety-Data-Sheets/33970.htm.

How should I spray Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee to avoid runs or uneven color?

Apply Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee in light, even passes instead of one heavy coat. Keep your spray motion steady, overlap each pass slightly, and build color in multiple coats. Heavy passes can run, dry unevenly, or make the final color look patchy. Let each coat flash off and dry according to the product instructions before adding the next coat.

How do I confirm the correct Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee before ordering a MyPerfectColor match?

Confirm the target color from a physical Benjamin Moore swatch, color chip, or a known existing reference rather than from a screen image. MyPerfectColor matches to the original Benjamin Moore color standard, so the main ordering risk is choosing the wrong target reference. If the item has already been painted, check that you are matching the same Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee reference and not an older, faded, or otherwise changed surface.

How much MyPerfectColor paint do I need for Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee?

Plan coverage by surface area, texture, and the number of coats you expect to spray, not by the color name alone. A typical can of spray paint covers about 20 square feet with one coat, but rough, porous, dark, or highly detailed surfaces may use more material. For larger projects, estimate the total area first and allow extra paint if you expect more than one coat of Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee.

Will finish change how Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee looks after MyPerfectColor applies it?

Yes. Finish affects reflectivity, and reflectivity changes how Benjamin Moore 281 Citronee reads on the finished item. The same color can look different in a matte, satin, or gloss coating, and it can also look different on metal, plastic, wood, or an existing coated part. If the item needs to coordinate with another painted surface, compare finish as well as color before ordering.

How quickly will I receive my paint matched to Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée?
All paint is custom-made to order. While most orders ship within 48 hours, the lead-time for paint made to match Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée depends on the type of paint needed. Interior and exterior house paints usually ship within 1 to 3 business days, while custom spray paint typically takes 3-5 business days to ship. The transit time depends on your location and the shipping method you choose. If your need is immediate, select Expedited Production during checkout. Most expedited production orders ship within 24 hours on business days. Please contact MyPerfectColor if you are concerned about a specific deadline. We do our best to make sure you get your paint on time. Learn more about paint lead times at MyPerfectColor.
What are the RGB, HEX and LRV values for Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée?
The RGB values for Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée are 244, 233, 208 and the HEX code is #F4E9D0. The LRV for Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée is 82.24. The LRV stands for Light Reflectance Value and measures the percentage of light that a color reflects. Learn more about Light Reflectance Values and using RGB and Hex codes for paint.
What is spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée made of? And how much area will one can cover?

MyPerfectColor spray paint is a fast-drying durable acrylic enamel coating suitable for interior or exterior use. MyPerfectColor custom spray paint matched to Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée enables you to conveniently achieve a professional spray-smooth finish in any color in any sheen. It sticks well to most surfaces including metal, plastics, powder-coatings, cabinets and primed or previously painted wood.

The MyPerfectColor 11oz spray can will cover about 20 square feet per coat. Keep in mind that it is difficult to gauge spray paint need as the coverage is highly dependent on how it is applied. Learn more about how spray paint works at MyPerfectColor.

Is Benjamin Moore Paint used to make Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée?

No, MyPerfectColor uses a combination of proprietary ingredients to make interior and exterior housepaints, its own line of custom spray paint, and other acrylic enamel based products.

Can I buy Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée locally?
You would have to ask around locally. MyPerfectColor can make and ship the Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée in a variety of paint types, but we are not able to comment on what other suppliers can provide. MyPerfectColor is not just working off a formula in a database - we compare every batch against the original color to verify the color accuracy. MyPerfectColor has extensive color matching capabilities and more than ten times the number of pigments available to a typical paint store.
How do I convert Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée to a different color from another paint company?

While we can provide Benjamin Moore 281 Citronée in paint, we don't provide any crossover information. We've found that every paint company offers its own unique selection of colors and rarely does a color have an exact equivalent in another brand.

However, under the color image on a color page there is a link that says "Explore Colors". Clicking this link displays colors with similar values and you can look for any colors from the brand you want.

Keep in mind that this just shows similar colors based on the color values we have stored in our database. It doesn't mean it is the same or give any approximation about how close the color is. You can play around with the Hue, Lightness and Chroma sliders to expand the selection.