Pernod 316 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #FBF2C7, 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.
Ref. #FBF2C7 · 316
Pernod
83%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Pernod in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pernod in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MoorePernod
Nearly identical
Vista PaintLemon Tint
Lemon Tint
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dancing Butterfly
Behr
Nearly identical
Pure Laughter
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Summer Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fresh Honeydew
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Yellow Taffy
Kilz
Nearly identical
August Moon
PPG
Nearly identical
Sprout .04
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Pineapple Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Rainforest Glow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Oyster White
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pernod
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
Pure 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
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pernod.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pernod — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pernod have?
Pernod by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pernod in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pernod from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pernod are Lemon Tint by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pure Laughter by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Fun in the Sun by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pernod's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.