Pernod 316 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBF2C7, estimated LRV 83 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Tint from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #FBF2C7 · 316
Pernod
83%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pernod Technical Profile
HEX Code#FBF2C7
RGB251, 242, 199
Estimated LRV83.1
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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Lemon Tint
Vista Paint
#FBF2C8
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Dancing Butterfly
Behr
#FCF3C6
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Pure Laughter
Hirshfield's
#FDF5CA
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Summer Morning
Valspar
#F9F1C9
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Fresh Honeydew
Dunn-Edwards
#F6EFC5
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Yellow Taffy
Kilz
#F8EFC0
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August Moon
PPG
#F7F0C2
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Sprout .04
Colorhouse
#FEF2C2
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Pineapple Cream
Sherwin-Williams
#F2EAC3
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Rainforest Glow
Dutch Boy
#F3E9C1
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Oyster White
RAL
#EEEACD
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Colors That Work With Pernod
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pernod
#FBF2C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABCE64
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pernod
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pernod 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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Pernod — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pernod have?
Pernod 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 Pernod from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pernod are Lemon Tint by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Pure Laughter by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Fun in the Sun by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pernod'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 Pernod?
Pernod has a estimated lightness value of 83.1, 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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