Ref. #FAF5C3 · DE5470
Fine Linen
90%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fine Linen Technical Profile
What color is Fine Linen? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FAF5C3. Colors similar to Fine Linen include Behr Garlic Clove, Benjamin Moore Butter, Behr Twinkle. Fine Linen has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 90, Fine Linen 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 Fine Linen 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 Fine Linen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fine Linen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fine Linen
#FAF5C3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2CD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fine Linen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fine Linen 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 Fine Linen.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fine Linen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fine Linen have?
Fine Linen by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Fine Linen from other brands?
The closest matches are Garlic Clove by Behr (#F7F3C3), Butter by Benjamin Moore (#FDF6C5), Twinkle by Behr (#FBF8C5). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fine Linen?
Fine Linen has an LRV of 89.6, 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 Fine Linen's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.