Ginseng Root 386 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #F6F1CE, estimated LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sunny Companion from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #F6F1CE · 386
Ginseng Root
83%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ginseng Root Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6F1CE
RGB246, 241, 206
Estimated LRV83.4
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#F3EFCD
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#F8F1CE
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#F6F2D3
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Colors That Work With Ginseng Root
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginseng Root
#F6F1CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4C36F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginseng Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginseng Root 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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Ginseng Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginseng Root have?
Ginseng Root by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Ginseng Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginseng Root are Sunny Companion by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Heavenly Haze by PPG (a close digital match), Harmony Hills by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ginseng Root'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 Ginseng Root?
Ginseng Root has a estimated lightness value of 83.4, 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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