Ref. #EEEACF · 6005-5A
Feathered Fern
82%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Feathered Fern Technical Profile
What color is Feathered Fern? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #EEEACF. Colors similar to Feathered Fern include Sherwin-Williams Carambola, RAL Oyster White, Behr Country Beige. Feathered Fern has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 82, Feathered 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 Feathered 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 Feathered Fern
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Carambola
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Oyster White
RAL
Nearly identical
Country Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Bright Laughter
PPG
Nearly identical
White Marigold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gold Dust Prl over Eagle Feather
MPC
Nearly identical
Kindred Spirit
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Spotlight
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Feathered Fern
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Feathered Fern
#EEEACF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1B67C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Feathered Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Feathered 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Feathered 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.
Feathered Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Feathered Fern have?
Feathered Fern by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Feathered Fern from other brands?
The closest matches are Carambola by Sherwin-Williams (#EFEBD1), Oyster White by RAL (#EEEACD), Country Beige by Behr (#ECE8CF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Feathered Fern?
Feathered Fern has an LRV of 81.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Feathered Fern's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.