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Fresh Zest
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Zest Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Zest? It's a very light warm neutral with the hex code #F5E9CF. Colors similar to Fresh Zest include Hirshfield's Misty Mustard, Benjamin Moore Point Pleasant, Behr Lunaria. Fresh Zest has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Fresh Zest reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. As a warm neutral, Fresh Zest pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Fresh Zest
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Zest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Zest
#F5E9CF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2C171
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Zest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Zest 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Fresh Zest.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Zest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Zest have?
Fresh Zest by Sherwin-Williams has a neutral undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Fresh Zest from other brands?
The closest matches are Misty Mustard by Hirshfield's (#F7EBD1), Point Pleasant by Benjamin Moore (#F6E9CF), Lunaria by Behr (#F8EBD1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Zest?
Fresh Zest has an LRV of 82.2, 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 Fresh Zest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.