Citrus Zest 120-5DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D0B76D, LRV 48 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spicy Mustard from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0B76D · 120-5DB
Citrus Zest
48%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Citrus Zest Technical Profile
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Citrus Zest in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citrus Zest in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Dutch BoyCitrus Zest
Nearly identical
PPGSpicy Mustard
Spicy Mustard
PPG
Nearly identical
Dylan Velvet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Beachwalk
Behr
Nearly identical
Buena Vista Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Nearly identical
Filtered Rays
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Independent Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citrus Zest
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Zest
#D0B76D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Zest
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Zest 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
Similar Dutch Boy Colors
Other Dutch Boy colors close to Citrus Zest.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citrus Zest — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Zest have?
Citrus Zest by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Citrus Zest in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citrus Zest from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Zest are Spicy Mustard by PPG (a near-identical match), Dylan Velvet by Valspar (a near-identical match), Beachwalk by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citrus Zest'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 Citrus Zest?
Citrus Zest has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citrus Zest's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.