Ref. #F9EC9F · 8001-25B
East of the Sun
83%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
East of the Sun Technical Profile
What color is East of the Sun? It's a very light cool green with the hex code #F9EC9F. Colors similar to East of the Sun include Dunn-Edwards Lemon Gelato, Behr Banana Split, PPG Lazy Daizy. East of the Sun has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 83, East of the Sun 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 off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to East of the Sun
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With East of the Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
East of the Sun
#F9EC9F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9CF63
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for East of the Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
East of the Sun 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to East of the Sun.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
East of the Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does East of the Sun have?
East of the Sun by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match East of the Sun from other brands?
The closest matches are Lemon Gelato by Dunn-Edwards (#F8EC9E), Banana Split by Behr (#FDEFA2), Lazy Daizy by PPG (#F6EBA1). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of East of the Sun?
East of the Sun has an LRV of 82.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why East of the Sun's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.