Enlightenment 3003-2C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F8F4D7, LRV 90 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Milkyway Galaxy from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F8F4D7 · 3003-2C
Enlightenment
90%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Enlightenment Technical Profile
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Enlightenment in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Enlightenment in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparEnlightenment
Nearly identical
BehrMilkyway Galaxy
Milkyway Galaxy
Behr
Nearly identical
Shining Bright
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Palm Coast Pale
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Spring Pear White
PPG
Nearly identical
Light Mist
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Frozen Banana
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pithed Lemon
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Carambola
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Moonbeam
Kilz
Very similar
Oyster White
RAL
Very similar
Air .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Enlightenment
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Enlightenment
#F8F4D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3C46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Enlightenment
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Enlightenment 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 Enlightenment.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Enlightenment — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Enlightenment have?
Enlightenment by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Enlightenment in your own space before committing.
What colors match Enlightenment from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Enlightenment are Milkyway Galaxy by Behr (a near-identical match), Shining Bright by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Palm Coast Pale by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Enlightenment's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Enlightenment?
Enlightenment has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 89.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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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 Enlightenment's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.