Ref. #FAFDE5 · W-B-410
Star Shine
91%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Star Shine Technical Profile
What color is Star Shine? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FAFDE5. Colors similar to Star Shine include Dunn-Edwards Herbal, Benjamin Moore Seahorse, Dunn-Edwards Cotton Puff. Star Shine has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 91, Star Shine 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 Star Shine 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 Star Shine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Star Shine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Star Shine
#FAFDE5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CCD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Star Shine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Star Shine 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 Star Shine.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Star Shine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Star Shine have?
Star Shine by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Star Shine from other brands?
The closest matches are Herbal by Dunn-Edwards (#F9FEE9), Seahorse by Benjamin Moore (#F5F7DE), Cotton Puff by Dunn-Edwards (#FFFFE7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Star Shine?
Star Shine has an LRV of 91.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Star Shine's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.