Tangy Flavor LF160-02 is a orange paint color from Kilz. It has a hex value of #D5BD77, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buena Vista Gold from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D5BD77 · LF160-02
Tangy Flavor
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tangy Flavor Technical Profile
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Tangy Flavor in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tangy Flavor in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
KilzTangy Flavor
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBuena Vista Gold
Buena Vista Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Further Afield
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spicy Mustard
PPG
Nearly identical
Citrus Zest
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Camel
Behr
Nearly identical
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Biscotti
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Independent Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tangy Flavor
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tangy Flavor
#D5BD77
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAB979
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tangy Flavor
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tangy Flavor 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 Tangy Flavor.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Tangy Flavor — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tangy Flavor have?
Tangy Flavor by Kilz 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 Tangy Flavor in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tangy Flavor from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tangy Flavor are Buena Vista Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Further Afield by Valspar (a near-identical match), Spicy Mustard by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Tangy Flavor'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 Tangy Flavor?
Tangy Flavor has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.9, 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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Why Tangy Flavor's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.