Sweet Parsnip 216-2DB is a orange paint color from Dutch Boy. It has a hex value of #D9C19F, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Wheat from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Dutch Boy · #D9C19F · 216-2DB
Sweet Parsnip
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sweet Parsnip Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9C19F
RGB217, 193, 159
Estimated LRV55.4
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 Familyorange
BrandDutch Boy
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Compare alternatives to Sweet Parsnip
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Soft Wheat
Behr
#DAC19F
Close digital match
Turbo Tan
Valspar
#DBC2A0
Close digital match
Golden Gate
Dunn-Edwards
#D9C09C
Close digital match
Birch Beige
PPG
#D9C3A1
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Squire Hill Buff
Benjamin Moore
#DBC5A4
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Star of the Garden
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#D4BE9F
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Toasted Pine Nut
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#DCC6A6
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Spanish Cream
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#D6C2A0
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#D6C39E
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Colors That Work With Sweet Parsnip
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Parsnip
#D9C19F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AFB37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Parsnip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Parsnip 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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Sweet Parsnip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Parsnip have?
Sweet Parsnip by Dutch Boy has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Sweet Parsnip from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweet Parsnip are Soft Wheat by Behr (a close digital match), Pale Wheat by Behr (a close digital match), Turbo Tan by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sweet Parsnip'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 Sweet Parsnip?
Sweet Parsnip has a estimated lightness value of 55.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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