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Light of the Moon
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Light of the Moon Technical Profile
What color is Light of the Moon? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F8F1C6. Colors similar to Light of the Moon include Vista Paint Pure Laughter, Dunn-Edwards Fresh Honeydew, Vista Paint Sunny Sanibel. Light of the Moon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Light of the Moon 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 Light of the Moon 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 Light of the Moon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Pure Laughter
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fresh Honeydew
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Pure Laughter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summer Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Banana Pudding
PPG
Nearly identical
Yellow Taffy
Kilz
Nearly identical
Summer Bliss
Behr
Nearly identical
Pineapple Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Light of the Moon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Light of the Moon
#F8F1C6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6C969
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Light of the Moon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Light of the Moon 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Light of the Moon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Light of the Moon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Light of the Moon have?
Light of the Moon by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Light of the Moon from other brands?
The closest matches are Pure Laughter by Vista Paint (#FAF2C7), Fresh Honeydew by Dunn-Edwards (#F6EFC5), Sunny Sanibel by Vista Paint (#F9F0C3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Light of the Moon?
Light of the Moon has an LRV of 82.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Light of the Moon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.