Ref. #FFF3A1 · DE5339
Firefly Glow
88%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Firefly Glow Technical Profile
What color is Firefly Glow? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #FFF3A1. Colors similar to Firefly Glow include Benjamin Moore Sundance, Behr Pale Daffodil, Hirshfield's Yellow Tail. Firefly Glow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 88, Firefly Glow 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 Firefly Glow 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 Firefly Glow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Firefly Glow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Firefly Glow
#FFF3A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Firefly Glow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Firefly Glow 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 Firefly Glow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Firefly Glow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Firefly Glow have?
Firefly Glow by Dunn-Edwards has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Firefly Glow from other brands?
The closest matches are Sundance by Benjamin Moore (#FFF2A0), Pale Daffodil by Behr (#FDF2A0), Yellow Tail by Hirshfield's (#FFF29D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Firefly Glow?
Firefly Glow has an LRV of 87.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Firefly Glow's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.