Apricot Nectar reads as warm and grounded — strong in kitchens, family rooms, and any space where warmth is the dominant mood you're after. At LRV 68 it sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas, soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Because it's a fully saturated example, it lands strongest as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than the dominant whole-room color. Skip it in rooms that already run warm or get strong afternoon sun, where it can tip into an overpowering glow.
Ref. #FFCF97 · 36YY 66/349
Apricot Nectar
68%LRV Value
Apricot Nectar Technical Profile
What color is PPG Apricot Nectar (36YY 66/349)? It's a light warm orange — hex #FFCF97, LRV 68. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Apricot Nectar is Vista Paint Mirasol Paula — a near-identical match on the wall, with Behr Warm Cocoon and Behr Mango Nectar also close. At LRV 68, Apricot Nectar sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. As a fully saturated example, it reads as a confident statement color — best deployed as a single accent wall or large architectural feature rather than a whole-room dominant. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges. Saturated colors amplify lighting effects more than muted ones: warm bulbs deepen and enrich, cool daylight sharpens and slightly cools the same hex.
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Colors Similar to Apricot Nectar
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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Nearly identical
Warm Cocoon
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August Morning
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Colors That Work With Apricot Nectar
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apricot Nectar
#FFCF97
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#D1D65C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apricot Nectar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apricot Nectar 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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Other PPG colors close to Apricot Nectar.
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Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Apricot Nectar — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Apricot Nectar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apricot Nectar are Mirasol Paula by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Warm Cocoon by Behr (a near-identical match), Mango Nectar by Behr (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Apricot Nectar's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Apricot Nectar?
Apricot Nectar has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 68.1, 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. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Apricot Nectar depends on the room. Here's how to choose.