Ref. #B2AE56 · 2146-30
Split Pea
40%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Split Pea Technical Profile
What color is Split Pea? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B2AE56. Colors similar to Split Pea include Sherwin-Williams Parakeet, MPC Gold Lichen, Dunn-Edwards Palm Frond. Split Pea has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 40 gives Split Pea depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Split Pea reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Split Pea
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Split Pea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Split Pea
#B2AE56
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Split Pea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Split Pea 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 Split Pea.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Split Pea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Split Pea have?
Split Pea by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Split Pea from other brands?
The closest matches are Parakeet by Sherwin-Williams (#B4B05A), Gold Lichen by MPC (#B3AE5D), Palm Frond by Dunn-Edwards (#AEAD5B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Split Pea?
Split Pea has an LRV of 40.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Split Pea's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.