Acorn Squash 1212-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #FFDF38, LRV 74 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bold Yellow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FFDF38 · 1212-6
Acorn Squash
74%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Acorn Squash Technical Profile
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Acorn Squash in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Acorn Squash in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAcorn Squash
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBold Yellow
Bold Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Citron
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Citron
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Buzz-in
Behr
Nearly identical
Radiant Sunrise
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Colza Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Sweet Mustard
Valspar
Very similar
Buzz-Worthy
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Daisy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Wake Up
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Acorn Squash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Acorn Squash
#FFDF38
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADD65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Acorn Squash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Acorn Squash 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Acorn Squash.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Acorn Squash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Acorn Squash have?
Acorn Squash by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Acorn Squash in your own space before committing.
What colors match Acorn Squash from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Acorn Squash are Bold Yellow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Citron by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Citron by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Acorn Squash'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 Acorn Squash?
Acorn Squash has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 74.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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Why Acorn Squash's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.