Ref. #E1C595 · 876
Corn Chowder
58%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Corn Chowder Technical Profile
What color is Corn Chowder? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #E1C595. Colors similar to Corn Chowder include Benjamin Moore Sweeney Yellow, Vista Paint Corn Chowder, PPG Halo. Corn Chowder has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 58, Corn Chowder sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Corn Chowder
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Corn Chowder
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Corn Chowder
#E1C595
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Corn Chowder
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Corn Chowder 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 Hirshfield's Colors
Other Hirshfield's colors close to Corn Chowder.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Corn Chowder — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Corn Chowder have?
Corn Chowder by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Corn Chowder from other brands?
The closest matches are Sweeney Yellow by Benjamin Moore (#E2C592), Corn Chowder by Vista Paint (#DFC491), Halo by PPG (#E2C392). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Corn Chowder?
Corn Chowder has an LRV of 58.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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