Ref. #F9F0E1 · DEW314
Desert Star
88%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Desert Star Technical Profile
What color is Desert Star? It's a very light warm orange with the hex code #F9F0E1. Colors similar to Desert Star include Behr Angel Food, Benjamin Moore Woodland Snow, Vista Paint Apricot Blush. Desert Star has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 88, Desert Star 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 warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Desert Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Desert Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Desert Star
#F9F0E1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8C270
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Desert Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Desert Star 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 Dunn-Edwards Colors
Other Dunn-Edwards colors close to Desert Star.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Desert Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Desert Star have?
Desert Star by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Desert Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Angel Food by Behr (#FBF2E3), Woodland Snow by Benjamin Moore (#F8F0E2), Apricot Blush by Vista Paint (#F6EEE0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Desert Star?
Desert Star has an LRV of 87.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Desert Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.