YELLOWS
Popcorn Kernel
#FCE9B6
Popcorn Kernel is #FCE9B6 in HEX — rgb(252, 233, 182), hsl(44°, 92%, 85%), cmyk(0%, 8%, 28%, 1%).
Popcorn Kernel pulls into the airy end of the yellows spectrum — HSL 44°, 92%, 85%. The saturated saturation makes it bold and immediate, and the hue reads warm. In interior projects it shines on kitchens, breakfast nooks, kids' rooms, accent walls — bringing sunlight indoors. Reads best alongside white trim, natural linen, light oak, brushed brass.
Color Codes
Paint Matches — this color across 16 brands
Light Reflectance & Undertone
Light Reflectance Value (LRV)
82/100
Very Light
Bounces most light back into the room — maximises brightness and makes small or north-facing rooms feel larger. Reads close to a soft neutral.
Undertone
Reads as a warm orange with a yellow undertone showing through, especially in daylight. Pair trim and adjacent colours to either calm or amplify that undertone.
Color Theory
Complementary
Analogous
Triadic
Split-Complementary
Tetradic
Monochromatic
Rectangle
Compound
Shades & Tints
Shades and tints of Popcorn Kernel run from a pale tint down to a deep shade — same hue and saturation, lightness stepped. Each rung below shows its exact HEX code; tap any to copy it.
Variations
Lighter
Darker
Saturation
Interior Use
Best Rooms
kitchens, breakfast nooks, kids' rooms
Best Uses
accent walls, ceilings, cabinetry highlights
Pairs With
white trim, natural linen, light oak, brushed brass
Accessibility (WCAG)
Deuteranopia
Protanopia
Tritanopia
Color Psychology
Bright · Optimistic
Popcorn Kernel brings light into spaces that lack it — kitchens, breakfast nooks, kids' rooms wake up under it. The trick with yellow is restraint: lean toward the muted/buttery end if you want it on walls; reserve high-chroma versions for accents and trim.
How it looks under different light
Pairs With
Paint Info
Brand · Product Line
Benjamin Moore / Regal Select Interior
Recommended Finishes
Eggshell (walls) · Semi-gloss (trim) · Flat (ceiling)
Light tones absorb less light than expected — eggshell adds warmth on walls, semi-gloss gives trim crisp definition against pale walls.
Best Surfaces
Primary walls · Trim · Ceilings · Furniture
Coverage & Dry Time
Typical coverage 350-400 sq ft per gallon over a primed surface.
Touch-dry in ~1 hour. Recoat after 4 hours. Full cure 7-14 days.
Primer
Standard primer; pale colors typically need 2 coats for full opacity.
Application Tip
Use a 9" microfiber roller on walls and a 2.5" angled sash brush for trim cuts. Two coats minimum for even depth.
Paint Calculator
You'll need
4.0 litres
1.06 US gallons · room for one touch-up coat. Buy slightly more to ensure single-batch match.
Code Snippets
color: #FCE9B6;background-color: #FCE9B6;--color-popcorn-kernel: #FCE9B6;colors: { 'popcorn-kernel': '#FCE9B6' }bg-[#FCE9B6] text-[#FCE9B6]$popcorn-kernel: #FCE9B6;Similar Colors
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Frequently Asked Questions
What color is #FCE9B6?
#FCE9B6 is Popcorn Kernel, a light yellow with a warm undertone.
Is #FCE9B6 warm or cool?
Popcorn Kernel reads warm, which influences how it interacts with surrounding tones and natural light.
What rooms work best with Popcorn Kernel?
Popcorn Kernel works well in kitchens, breakfast nooks, kids' rooms. Designers typically use it for accent walls, ceilings, cabinetry highlights.
What colors pair well with Popcorn Kernel?
Popcorn Kernel pairs naturally with white trim, natural linen, light oak, brushed brass. Its complementary color is also a strong contrast option for accents.
Where can I download Popcorn Kernel?
You can download Popcorn Kernel on DSGN.HOUSE in 15 designer formats including CSS gradient, Figma, Procreate swatches, Tailwind config, Adobe ASE, SVG, and 4K wallpapers — all free.
What's the hex code for Popcorn Kernel?
The hex code is #FCE9B6. In RGB it's 252, 233, 182, and in HSL it's 44°, 92%, 85%.