Ref. #EDFBE9 · 440C-1
Cool White
85%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Cool White Technical Profile
What color is Cool White? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #EDFBE9. Colors similar to Cool White include Dunn-Edwards Lime Slice, Dunn-Edwards Spring White, Dunn-Edwards Crème de Menthe. Cool White has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Cool White reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Cool White
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool White
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool White
#EDFBE9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6FC386
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool White 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 Cool White.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool White have?
Cool White by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Cool White from other brands?
The closest matches are Lime Slice by Dunn-Edwards (#F0FDED), Spring White by Dunn-Edwards (#ECFCEC), Crème de Menthe by Dunn-Edwards (#F1FDE9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cool White?
Cool White has an LRV of 85.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool White's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.