Ref. #A49D70 · 1114-5
Pea Soup
33%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pea Soup Technical Profile
What color is Pea Soup? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #A49D70. Colors similar to Pea Soup include Valspar Olive Rush, Behr Fresh Olive, MPC Olive Mist Met.. Pea Soup has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Pea Soup depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Pea Soup 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 Pea Soup
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pea Soup
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pea Soup
#A49D70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pea Soup
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pea Soup 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 Pea Soup.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pea Soup — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pea Soup have?
Pea Soup by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Pea Soup from other brands?
The closest matches are Olive Rush by Valspar (#A39B6E), Fresh Olive by Behr (#A69D74), Olive Mist Met. by MPC (#A9A175). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pea Soup?
Pea Soup has an LRV of 33.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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