Ref. #FDEB70 · P300-5
Upbeat
82%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Upbeat Technical Profile
What color is Upbeat? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #FDEB70. Colors similar to Upbeat include Dunn-Edwards Fuzzy Duckling, Dunn-Edwards Dandelion, Vista Paint Summer Yellow. Upbeat has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Upbeat 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 Upbeat 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 Upbeat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Upbeat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Upbeat
#FDEB70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8D55D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Upbeat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Upbeat 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 Upbeat.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Upbeat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Upbeat have?
Upbeat by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Upbeat from other brands?
The closest matches are Fuzzy Duckling by Dunn-Edwards (#FFEA70), Dandelion by Dunn-Edwards (#FCE974), Summer Yellow by Vista Paint (#FFEB7A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Upbeat?
Upbeat has an LRV of 81.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Upbeat's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.