Ref. #FBF9ED · M280-1
Twinkling Lights
91%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Twinkling Lights Technical Profile
What color is Twinkling Lights? It's a very light warm yellow with the hex code #FBF9ED. Colors similar to Twinkling Lights include Dunn-Edwards Van de Cane, Dunn-Edwards Swiss Coffee, Dunn-Edwards Gardenia. Twinkling Lights has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 91, Twinkling Lights 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 Twinkling Lights 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 Twinkling Lights
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Van de Cane
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Touch Of Sun
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Tulle White
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Drifted Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mountain Peak White
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tea Set White
Kilz
Nearly identical
Betsy's Linen
Valspar
Nearly identical
Wimborne White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Twinkling Lights
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Twinkling Lights
#FBF9ED
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4C072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Twinkling Lights
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Twinkling Lights 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 Twinkling Lights.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Twinkling Lights — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Twinkling Lights have?
Twinkling Lights by Behr has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Twinkling Lights from other brands?
The closest matches are Van de Cane by Dunn-Edwards (#FAF7EB), Swiss Coffee by Dunn-Edwards (#F8F5E9), Gardenia by Dunn-Edwards (#FFFDF2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Twinkling Lights?
Twinkling Lights 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 Twinkling Lights's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.