ColorplanBenjamin Moore Corn Husk (307) is a mid-tone yellow with a warm yellow undertone and an LRV of 56. For trim, try Parchment (OC-78).
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Suggested trim and ceiling are Benjamin Moore whites that share this color's undertone.
Color Details
| Family | Yellow |
| LRV | 56.4 (mid-tone; 0 = black, 100 = pure white) |
| HEX | #F7BC57 |
| RGB | 247, 188, 87 |
| HSL | 38°, 91%, 65% |
About Corn Husk
Corn Husk (307) is a mid-tone, bold yellow from Benjamin Moore. With an LRV of 56, Corn Husk has visible color without darkening a room much.
In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Corn Husk's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward. It's a good fit for kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. Next to Sunflower Fields (174), it's lighter and cooler.
How Corn Husk changes with the light
Corn Husk has a strong warm undertone that balances cool north light well. In strong south or west sun it can look more golden, so check a sample at midday and in the late afternoon.
North-facing rooms
Corn Husk's warmth balances the cool north light, which is why warmer colors are the safe pick for north rooms.
East-facing rooms
Corn Husk will look warmer and brighter in the morning and cooler and grayer by afternoon; check a sample at both times.
South-facing rooms
In strong south light Corn Husk can turn noticeably more yellow or orange; test a sample at midday.
West-facing rooms
Corn Husk will glow warmer in the late afternoon, so check it at sunset if you want to avoid a strong yellow cast.
See Corn Husk in real homes
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Corn Husk equivalents in other brands
The closest color from each brand. ΔE (“delta E”) scores how different two colors look: under 2.5 is very hard to tell apart on a wall, over 5 is clearly different.
Sherwin-Williams
Closest available · ΔE 8.5
Also close: Gold Crest (ΔE 9.3)
Compare side by side →Farrow & Ball
Closest available · ΔE 5.5
Also close: Orangery (ΔE 6.6)
Compare side by side →Behr
Closest available · ΔE 6.0
Also close: Honey Tea (ΔE 10.4)
Compare side by side →Similar Benjamin Moore colors
Corn Husk questions
What undertone does Corn Husk have?
Corn Husk has a warm yellow undertone, so it reads as a warm color. In north-facing rooms the cool daylight tones down Corn Husk's warmth, so it can read a little grayer; south- and west-facing light brings the warmth forward.
Is Corn Husk a light or dark color?
Corn Husk has a light reflectance value (LRV) of 56.4 on a scale where 0 is black and 100 is pure white, which makes it a mid-tone color. With an LRV of 56, Corn Husk has visible color without darkening a room much.
What is the closest match to Corn Husk in other paint brands?
Sherwin-Williams: Jonquil SW 6674 (closest available, ΔE 8.5); Farrow & Ball: Babouche No.223 (closest available, ΔE 5.5); Behr: Lemon Sorbet 330B-6 (closest available, ΔE 6.0). Matches are calculated with the CIEDE2000 color difference formula; always check a physical sample before buying.
What trim and ceiling color goes with Corn Husk?
Try Parchment (OC-78) on trim and Pink Damask (OC-72) on the ceiling. Both are Benjamin Moore whites that share Corn Husk's undertone.
Where does Corn Husk work best?
Corn Husk works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, sunrooms and entryways. With an LRV of 56, Corn Husk has visible color without darkening a room much.
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