Ref. #F5EAC7 · 340E-2
Cottonseed
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cottonseed Technical Profile
What color is Cottonseed? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #F5EAC7. Colors similar to Cottonseed include Benjamin Moore Happy Valley, PPG Shiny Silk, Benjamin Moore Windham Cream. Cottonseed has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Cottonseed 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 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 Cottonseed 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 Cottonseed
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cottonseed
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cottonseed
#F5EAC7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADC46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cottonseed
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cottonseed 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 Cottonseed.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cottonseed — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cottonseed have?
Cottonseed by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Cottonseed from other brands?
The closest matches are Happy Valley by Benjamin Moore (#F5E9C5), Shiny Silk by PPG (#F7ECCA), Windham Cream by Benjamin Moore (#F6EAC8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Cottonseed?
Cottonseed has an LRV of 80.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Cottonseed
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 Cottonseed's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.