Ref. #E8DF99 · LF160-01
Artichoke Heart
72%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Artichoke Heart Technical Profile
What color is Artichoke Heart? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E8DF99. Colors similar to Artichoke Heart include Vista Paint Goldiluxe, Benjamin Moore City Scape Morning, Benjamin Moore Sweet Pear. Artichoke Heart has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 72, Artichoke Heart reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Artichoke Heart 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 Artichoke Heart
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Artichoke Heart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Artichoke Heart
#E8DF99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2C072
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Artichoke Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Artichoke Heart 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Artichoke Heart.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Artichoke Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Artichoke Heart have?
Artichoke Heart by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Artichoke Heart from other brands?
The closest matches are Goldiluxe by Vista Paint (#EBDE99), City Scape Morning by Benjamin Moore (#EDE09C), Sweet Pear by Benjamin Moore (#E4DB9C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Artichoke Heart?
Artichoke Heart has an LRV of 72.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Artichoke Heart's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.