Ref. #FFCF22 · S-G-360
Bright Star
66%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bright Star Technical Profile
What color is Bright Star? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #FFCF22. Colors similar to Bright Star include Dunn-Edwards Lemon Punch, Benjamin Moore Sunshine, Benjamin Moore Viking Yellow. Bright Star has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 66, Bright Star sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Bright Star reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Bright Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bright Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bright Star
#FFCF22
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bright Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bright Star Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Bright Star.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bright Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bright Star have?
Bright Star by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Bright Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Lemon Punch by Dunn-Edwards (#FECF24), Sunshine by Benjamin Moore (#FFCF0C), Viking Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#FFD031). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bright Star?
Bright Star has an LRV of 66.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bright Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.