Intoxication adds visible warmth and energy — works well in north-facing rooms that need a lift and in spaces where cheerful is the goal. At LRV 38 it carries real depth without going dark — a good choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Skip it in north-facing rooms with cool light, where yellows can read acidic or greenish rather than cheerful.
Ref. #A1AC4D · PPU10-5
Intoxication
38%LRV Value
Intoxication Technical Profile
What color is Behr Intoxication (PPU10-5)? It's a medium cool yellow — hex #A1AC4D, LRV 38. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Intoxication is Hirshfield's Hyper — a very close match, with Vista Paint Hyper and Sherwin-Williams Stay in Lime also close. Its LRV of 38 gives Intoxication 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. At mid saturation, this color sits at a flexible mid-point — bold enough to anchor a room without dominating, and pairs cleanly with both crisp and creamy whites. Under 2700K warm bulbs Intoxication 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. At mid saturation the lighting shift is moderate but real — sample under both warm-bulb evening light and cool-daylight morning light before committing.
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Colors Similar to Intoxication
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Colors That Work With Intoxication
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Intoxication
#A1AC4D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#90AE7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Intoxication
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Intoxication 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
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Other Behr colors close to Intoxication.
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Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Intoxication — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Intoxication from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Intoxication are Hyper by Hirshfield's (a very close match), Hyper by Vista Paint (a very close match), Stay in Lime by Sherwin-Williams (a very close match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Intoxication's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Intoxication?
Intoxication has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 37.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Intoxication depends on the room. Here's how to choose.