Bed of Ferns 1511 is a neutral paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9A9376, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mossy Gold from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9A9376 · 1511
Bed of Ferns
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Bed of Ferns Technical Profile
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Bed of Ferns in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Bed of Ferns in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreBed of Ferns
Nearly identical
PPGMossy Gold
Mossy Gold
PPG
Nearly identical
Green Sleeves
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green Sleeves
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Basket Weaving
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Colonial Revival Green Stone
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Caraway
Behr
Very similar
Cool Moss
Valspar
Very similar
Winter Grass
Kilz
Very similar
Bronze Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Yellow Grey
RAL
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bed of Ferns
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bed of Ferns
#9A9376
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bed of Ferns
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bed of Ferns 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
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Bed of Ferns — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bed of Ferns have?
Bed of Ferns by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Bed of Ferns in your own space before committing.
What colors match Bed of Ferns from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bed of Ferns are Mossy Gold by PPG (a near-identical match), Deep Ravine Green by PPG (a near-identical match), Green Sleeves by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Bed of Ferns'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 Bed of Ferns?
Bed of Ferns has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bed of Ferns's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.