Ref. #FBF5CE · 370C-2
Custard Cream
87%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Custard Cream Technical Profile
What color is Custard Cream? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FBF5CE. Colors similar to Custard Cream include Benjamin Moore Old Straw Hat, Vista Paint Spring Fever, Valspar Summer Smile. Custard Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 87, Custard Cream 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 Custard Cream 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 Custard Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Custard Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Custard Cream
#FBF5CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7CD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Custard Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Custard Cream 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 Custard Cream.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Custard Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Custard Cream have?
Custard Cream by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Custard Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Old Straw Hat by Benjamin Moore (#FAF3CB), Spring Fever by Vista Paint (#FAF3CD), Summer Smile by Valspar (#F9F2CC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Custard Cream?
Custard Cream has an LRV of 87.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Custard Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.