Autumn Fern LF220-02 is a yellow paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #E8E1A1, estimated LRV 74 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Fireflies Glow from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Kilz · #E8E1A1 · LF220-02
Autumn Fern
74%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Autumn Fern Technical Profile
HEX Code#E8E1A1
RGB232, 225, 161
Estimated LRV73.6
UndertoneCool (Green)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyyellow
BrandKilz
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Colors That Work With Autumn Fern
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Fern
#E8E1A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0BE74
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Autumn Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Autumn Fern 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
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Autumn Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Fern have?
Autumn Fern by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Autumn Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Fern are Fireflies Glow by PPG (a close digital match), Breath of Spring by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Meadow Marsh by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Autumn Fern'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 Autumn Fern?
Autumn Fern has a estimated lightness value of 73.6, 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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