August Moon 66YY 85/231 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F7F0C2, estimated LRV 86 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lemon Souffl from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F7F0C2 · 66YY 85/231
August Moon
86%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
August Moon Technical Profile
HEX Code#F7F0C2
RGB247, 240, 194
Estimated LRV86.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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#F6EFC5
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Colors That Work With August Moon
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
August Moon
#F7F0C2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5C86A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for August Moon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
August Moon 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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August Moon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does August Moon have?
August Moon by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 August Moon from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to August Moon are Lemon Souffl by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Jasper Opal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sunshiny by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting August Moon'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 August Moon?
August Moon has a estimated lightness value of 86.0, 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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