Solar Energy P310-5 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F6E259, estimated LRV 71 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunburst from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #F6E259 · P310-5
Solar Energy
71%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Solar Energy Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6E259
RGB246, 226, 89
Estimated LRV71.0
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Solar Energy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Solar Energy
#F6E259
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7D062
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Solar Energy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Solar Energy 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
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Solar Energy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Solar Energy have?
Solar Energy by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Solar Energy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solar Energy are Sunburst by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Delightful Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), St Elmos Fire by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Solar Energy's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Solar Energy?
Solar Energy has a estimated lightness value of 71.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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