Ref. #C8B165 · 1109-5
Split Pea Soup
45%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Split Pea Soup Technical Profile
What color is Split Pea Soup? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #C8B165. Colors similar to Split Pea Soup include Kilz Summer Chartreuse, Behr Beachwalk, Valspar Dylan Velvet. Split Pea Soup has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 45 gives Split 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 Split 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 Split Pea Soup
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Split Pea Soup
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Split Pea Soup
#C8B165
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Split Pea Soup
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Split 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 Split 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.
Split Pea Soup — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Split Pea Soup have?
Split Pea Soup by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Split Pea Soup from other brands?
The closest matches are Summer Chartreuse by Kilz (#C9AD5F), Beachwalk by Behr (#CFB369), Dylan Velvet by Valspar (#D0B469). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Split Pea Soup?
Split Pea Soup has an LRV of 44.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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