Ref. #E8E1A1 · LF220-02
Autumn Fern
74%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Autumn Fern Technical Profile
What color is Autumn Fern? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E8E1A1. Colors similar to Autumn Fern include Dunn-Edwards Breath of Spring, Vista Paint Meadow Marsh, Benjamin Moore Sweet Pear. Autumn Fern has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 74, Autumn Fern 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 Autumn Fern 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 Autumn Fern
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Fern
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
Pure 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
Similar Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Autumn Fern.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Autumn Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Autumn Fern have?
Autumn Fern by Kilz has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Autumn Fern from other brands?
The closest matches are Breath of Spring by Dunn-Edwards (#E9E1A7), Meadow Marsh by Vista Paint (#E1DD9E), Sweet Pear by Benjamin Moore (#E4DB9C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Autumn Fern?
Autumn Fern has an LRV of 73.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Autumn Fern's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.