Ref. #F7F9E9 · DEW359
Soft Silver
93%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Soft Silver Technical Profile
What color is Soft Silver? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F7F9E9. Colors similar to Soft Silver include Benjamin Moore Bavarian Cream, Behr Beach House, Behr Elderflower. Soft Silver has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 93, Soft Silver 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 Soft Silver 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 Soft Silver
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Silver
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Silver
#F7F9E9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90BC76
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Silver
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Silver 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 Soft Silver.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Silver — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Silver have?
Soft Silver by Dunn-Edwards has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Soft Silver from other brands?
The closest matches are Bavarian Cream by Benjamin Moore (#F8F8E8), Beach House by Behr (#F8F9EB), Elderflower by Behr (#FCFDEC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soft Silver?
Soft Silver has an LRV of 93.4, 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 Soft Silver's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.