Ref. #E6E8DB · 7005-24
Summer Eclipse
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Summer Eclipse Technical Profile
What color is Summer Eclipse? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #E6E8DB. Colors similar to Summer Eclipse include Behr Sand Drift, Vista Paint Sage Tinged, PPG Sterling Shadow. Summer Eclipse has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Summer Eclipse 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 Summer Eclipse 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 Summer Eclipse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Summer Eclipse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Summer Eclipse
#E6E8DB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#93AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Summer Eclipse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Summer Eclipse 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 Summer Eclipse.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Summer Eclipse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Summer Eclipse have?
Summer Eclipse by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Summer Eclipse from other brands?
The closest matches are Sand Drift by Behr (#E7E9DB), Sage Tinged by Vista Paint (#E6E7DA), Sterling Shadow by PPG (#E9EBDE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Summer Eclipse?
Summer Eclipse has an LRV of 79.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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