Solar Energy P310-5 is a yellow paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #F6E259, 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.
Ref. #F6E259 · P310-5
Solar Energy
71%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Solar Energy Technical Profile
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Solar Energy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Solar Energy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSolar Energy
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSunburst
Sunburst
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gilded
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sun’s Glory
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sun's Glory
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Dilly Dally
PPG
Very similar
Pursuit of Happiness
Valspar
Very similar
Colza Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Lemon Twist
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Summer'S Sun
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Visible difference
Beeswax .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Solar Energy
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
Pure 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
Similar Behr Colors
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More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Solar Energy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Solar Energy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Solar Energy are Sunburst by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Delightful Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), St Elmos Fire by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Solar Energy's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.