Ref. #F7F3C3 · 390C-2
Garlic Clove
84%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Garlic Clove Technical Profile
What color is Garlic Clove? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F7F3C3. Colors similar to Garlic Clove include Vista Paint Gold Gleam, Benjamin Moore Falling Star, Dunn-Edwards Fine Linen. Garlic Clove has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Garlic Clove 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 Garlic Clove 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 Garlic Clove
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Garlic Clove
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Garlic Clove
#F7F3C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0C86A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Garlic Clove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Garlic Clove 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 Garlic Clove.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Garlic Clove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Garlic Clove have?
Garlic Clove by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Garlic Clove from other brands?
The closest matches are Gold Gleam by Vista Paint (#F8F3C5), Falling Star by Benjamin Moore (#F9F4C6), Fine Linen by Dunn-Edwards (#FAF5C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Garlic Clove?
Garlic Clove has an LRV of 84.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Garlic Clove's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.