Cheerful Heart 1016-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DCC7C0, estimated LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bella Mia from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DCC7C0 · 1016-3
Cheerful Heart
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cheerful Heart Technical Profile
HEX Code#DCC7C0
RGB220, 199, 192
Estimated LRV59.9
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Cheerful Heart
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cheerful Heart
#DCC7C0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA385
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cheerful Heart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cheerful Heart 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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Cheerful Heart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cheerful Heart have?
Cheerful Heart by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Cheerful Heart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cheerful Heart are Bella Mia by Behr (a close digital match), Acapulco Sand by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Victorian Cameo by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cheerful Heart'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 Cheerful Heart?
Cheerful Heart has a estimated lightness value of 59.9, 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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