Fern
We've categorized Fern as a versatile paint color because of its unique LRV profile. We have documented it across our network because it can add character and warmth to any space so effectively. Explore our collection of 8 room photos to see how it looks alongside coordinating accent choices.
Hex
#9E9D82
LRV
32.99
Fern's Color Strip
Fern is the sixth shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Clear Grey and Caper. The strip spans from Thunderhead at the lightest end to Caper at the deepest. Strip Ex8 lines up the full value range so you can see exactly where this color lands among its closest relatives.
Fern in Real Rooms
Fern has a medium LRV of 32.99 — it adds real depth and will read noticeably darker as natural light fades.
1 Bathroom Photo
The psychology of Fern in a bathroom is all about the "slow down." It's a visual cue to breathe, relax, and take your time, turning a utilitarian room into a true retreat from the frantic pace of the rest of the world.
Fern gives this bathroom a clean, considered finish.
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2 Bedroom Photos
The bedroom is where Fern really earns its place as a sanctuary. Away from direct sunlight, the color settles into a rich, cocooning tone that actively promotes rest and psychological slowing. Pair it with crisp white bedding and warm-toned wood nightstands to keep the overall palette from feeling too heavy or closed-in.
Fern sets a calm, restful tone in this bedroom.
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Fern in a spacious bedroom — see how the color behaves at scale.
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1 Dining Room Photo
Dining rooms benefit from colors with some weight to them — lighter shades can feel too open for a space meant for intimate evening gatherings. Fern does what good dining room color should: it makes the table feel like the center of the world.
Fern on the dining room walls — a color that makes evenings feel intentional.
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2 Misc Photos
These photos show Fern in spaces that don't fit neatly into a single category: transitional spaces, accent applications, and rooms where the color becomes a fine detail rather than a broad backdrop.
Fern in a foyer — the first impression this color makes is a confident one.
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Fern in a sun-filled room — how this color holds up in direct light.
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1 Kitchen Photo
In a modern kitchen, Fern provides the necessary "organic" touch to offset stainless steel appliances and glass backsplashes. It prevents the kitchen from feeling like a laboratory, injecting a much-needed sense of domestic warmth and culinary inspiration.
Fern on the kitchen walls — a backdrop that works without demanding attention.
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1 Living Room Photo
When applied to living room walls, Fern creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Fern on the walls of this living room — warm, grounded, easy to live with.
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