Citrus Spice LD180-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #F0C797, LRV 62 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Johnny Cake from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F0C797 · LD180-02
Citrus Spice
62%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Citrus Spice Technical Profile
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Citrus Spice in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citrus Spice in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzCitrus Spice
Nearly identical
ValsparJohnny Cake
Johnny Cake
Valspar
Nearly identical
Humble Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Reminiscent
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Granola
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ginger Peach
PPG
Very similar
Citrus Sherbert
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lunch Box
Behr
Very similar
Crestwood Tan
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Atoll Sand
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Hay
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citrus Spice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Spice
#F0C797
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C3C76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Spice 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 Kilz Colors
Other Kilz colors close to Citrus Spice.
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 Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Spice have?
Citrus Spice by Kilz has a warm (golden) 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 Spice in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citrus Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Spice are Johnny Cake by Valspar (a near-identical match), Humble Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Delicious Melon by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citrus Spice'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 Spice?
Citrus Spice has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 61.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Citrus Spice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.