Ref. #C2BC90 · 400
New Foliage
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
New Foliage Technical Profile
What color is New Foliage? It's a medium warm beige with the hex code #C2BC90. Colors similar to New Foliage include Vista Paint New Foliage, Colorhouse Leaf .02, Valspar Fields Afar. New Foliage has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives New Foliage depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, New Foliage pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to New Foliage
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Foliage
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Foliage
#C2BC90
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Foliage
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Foliage 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 New Foliage.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Foliage — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Foliage have?
New Foliage by Hirshfield's has a neutral undertone and belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match New Foliage from other brands?
The closest matches are New Foliage by Vista Paint (#C3BD90), Leaf .02 by Colorhouse (#C1B98F), Fields Afar by Valspar (#BEB88F). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of New Foliage?
New Foliage has an LRV of 49.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why New Foliage's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.