Ref. #F9F6B3 · 380C-3
Moon Dance
86%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Moon Dance Technical Profile
What color is Moon Dance? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F9F6B3. Colors similar to Moon Dance include Dunn-Edwards Lemon Lime, Dunn-Edwards Break of Day, Vista Paint Rise and Shine. Moon Dance has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 86, Moon Dance 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 Moon Dance 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 Moon Dance
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moon Dance
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moon Dance
#F9F6B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DCD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moon Dance
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moon Dance 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 Moon Dance.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moon Dance — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moon Dance have?
Moon Dance by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Moon Dance from other brands?
The closest matches are Lemon Lime by Dunn-Edwards (#FCF9BD), Break of Day by Dunn-Edwards (#FFFABD), Rise and Shine by Vista Paint (#FAF2B3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moon Dance?
Moon Dance has an LRV of 86.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Moon Dance's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.