Be Spontaneous 1221-6 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A5CB66, estimated LRV 52 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spring Lime from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A5CB66 · 1221-6
Be Spontaneous
52%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Be Spontaneous Technical Profile
HEX Code#A5CB66
RGB165, 203, 102
Estimated LRV51.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Be Spontaneous
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Spring Lime
Valspar
#A1CB67
Close digital match
Springhill Green
Benjamin Moore
#A6C768
Close digital match
Jungle Floor
Dutch Boy
#A8C76C
Close digital match
Fresh Guacamole
Behr
#9BCB67
Close digital match
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#ACCB79
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#93C460
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#ABCB7B
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#B8D280
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#B0C05D
Visible digital difference
Lime Rickey
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#AFB96A
Visible digital difference
Green Beige
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#BEBD7F
Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Be Spontaneous
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Be Spontaneous
#A5CB66
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82B77B
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Be Spontaneous
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Be Spontaneous 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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Be Spontaneous — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Be Spontaneous have?
Be Spontaneous by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Be Spontaneous from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Be Spontaneous are Spring Lime by Valspar (a close digital match), Springhill Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Jungle Floor by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Be Spontaneous'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 Be Spontaneous?
Be Spontaneous has a estimated lightness value of 51.7, 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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