Lemongrass PPU6-18 is a brown paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #C5A559, estimated LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exotic Yellow from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #C5A559 · PPU6-18
Lemongrass
40%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Lemongrass Technical Profile
HEX Code#C5A559
RGB197, 165, 89
Estimated LRV39.5
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandBehr
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#BFA156
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#C2A462
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Colors That Work With Lemongrass
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lemongrass
#C5A559
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB77B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lemongrass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lemongrass 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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Lemongrass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lemongrass have?
Lemongrass by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lemongrass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lemongrass are Exotic Yellow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Lemon Slice by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Sunshine Yellow by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Lemongrass's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Lemongrass?
Lemongrass has a estimated lightness value of 39.5, 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.
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