Autumn Fern 1114-7 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #797447, estimated LRV 17 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Candied Lime from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #797447 · 1114-7
Autumn Fern
17%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Autumn Fern Technical Profile
HEX Code#797447
RGB121, 116, 71
Estimated LRV17.0
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
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Autumn Fern
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
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#7A774C
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#79774A
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#77764E
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#71713E
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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
#797447
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E9261
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
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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 PPG 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 Candied Lime by Valspar (nearly identical in our digital data), Tree Hugger by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data), Garnish by Behr (nearly identical in our digital data) — 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 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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