Candy Corn 17-16 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D9624E, LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Glow from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9624E · 17-16
Candy Corn
24%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Candy Corn Technical Profile
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Candy Corn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Candy Corn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCandy Corn
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreSoft Glow
Soft Glow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ultra Orange
Valspar
Nearly identical
Campire Blaze
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Coraled Begonia
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Dynamite
Kilz
Nearly identical
Red Wire
Behr
Nearly identical
Clementine
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Southwestern Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Quite Coral
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Charlotte's Locks
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Salmon Range
RAL
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Candy Corn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Candy Corn
#D9624E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1A471
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Candy Corn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Candy Corn 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 Candy Corn.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Candy Corn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Candy Corn have?
Candy Corn by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Candy Corn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Candy Corn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Candy Corn are Soft Glow by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Ultra Orange by Valspar (a near-identical match), Campire Blaze by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Candy Corn'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 Candy Corn?
Candy Corn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Candy Corn's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.