Ref. #BDB783 · S320-4
Oat Field
43%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Oat Field Technical Profile
What color is Oat Field? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #BDB783. Colors similar to Oat Field include Kilz Vintage Green, Sherwin-Williams Baby Bok Choy, PPG Cress Green. Oat Field has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 43 gives Oat Field depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Oat Field 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 Oat Field
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oat Field
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oat Field
#BDB783
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oat Field
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oat Field 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Oat Field.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oat Field — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oat Field have?
Oat Field by Behr has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Oat Field from other brands?
The closest matches are Vintage Green by Kilz (#BAB583), Baby Bok Choy by Sherwin-Williams (#BBB98A), Cress Green by PPG (#BCB58A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Oat Field?
Oat Field has an LRV of 43.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oat Field's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.