Corn Stalk 542 is a green paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #BBCEA1, estimated LRV 55 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garland Pine from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #BBCEA1 · 542
Corn Stalk
55%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Corn Stalk Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBCEA1
RGB187, 206, 161
Estimated LRV54.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygreen
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With Corn Stalk
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Corn Stalk
#BBCEA1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#88AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Corn Stalk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Corn Stalk 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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Corn Stalk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Corn Stalk have?
Corn Stalk by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Corn Stalk from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Corn Stalk are Garland Pine by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Garland Pine by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Subtle Celery by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Corn Stalk'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 Corn Stalk?
Corn Stalk has a estimated lightness value of 54.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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