Ref. #F5EEC6 · 1108-2
Silk Star
85%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Silk Star Technical Profile
What color is Silk Star? It's a very light cool yellow with the hex code #F5EEC6. Colors similar to Silk Star include Dunn-Edwards Fresh Honeydew, Valspar Summer Morning, Vista Paint Happy Honey. Silk Star has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 85, Silk 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 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 Silk Star 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 Silk Star
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Fresh Honeydew
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Happy Honey
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pineapple Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Light of the Moon
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lemon Tint
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Custard Cream
Behr
Nearly identical
Lemon Ice
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Silk Star
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Silk Star
#F5EEC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6C46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Silk Star
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Silk 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Silk Star.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Silk Star — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Silk Star have?
Silk Star by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Silk Star from other brands?
The closest matches are Fresh Honeydew by Dunn-Edwards (#F6EFC5), Summer Morning by Valspar (#F9F1C9), Happy Honey by Vista Paint (#F4EFC8). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Silk Star?
Silk Star has an LRV of 84.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Silk Star's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.