Ref. #F5F4C5 · 390E-2
Starbright
84%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Starbright Technical Profile
What color is Starbright? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F5F4C5. Colors similar to Starbright include Benjamin Moore Light Daffodil, Benjamin Moore Summer Lime, Benjamin Moore Lemon Glow. Starbright has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 84, Starbright 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 Starbright 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 Starbright
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Starbright
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Starbright
#F5F4C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BC46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Starbright
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Starbright 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 Starbright.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Starbright — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Starbright have?
Starbright by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Starbright from other brands?
The closest matches are Light Daffodil by Benjamin Moore (#F3F3C4), Summer Lime by Benjamin Moore (#F4F6C6), Lemon Glow by Benjamin Moore (#F8F7C4). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Starbright?
Starbright has an LRV of 84.0, 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 Starbright's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.