Autumn Fern 1114-7 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #797447, LRV 17 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garnish from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #797447 · 1114-7
Autumn Fern
17%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Autumn Fern Technical Profile
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Autumn Fern in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Autumn Fern in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAutumn Fern
Nearly identical
BehrGarnish
Garnish
Behr
Nearly identical
Shady Lane
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cedar Edge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peppered Moss
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Relentless Olive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Olive Grey
RAL
Very similar
Olivita
Valspar
Very similar
June Moss
Kilz
Very similar
Tropical Twist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ripened Avocado
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Autumn Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Autumn Fern
#797447
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E9261
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 PPG Colors
Other PPG 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 PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Autumn Fern in your own space before committing.
What colors match Autumn Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Autumn Fern are Garnish by Behr (a near-identical match), Shady Lane by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Cedar Edge by Vista Paint (a very close 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 17.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
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.