Chunk Of Cheddar 1204-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F9C982, estimated LRV 64 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jackfruit from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F9C982 · 1204-5
Chunk Of Cheddar
64%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Chunk Of Cheddar Technical Profile
HEX Code#F9C982
RGB249, 201, 130
Estimated LRV63.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandPPG
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#FECA84
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Colors That Work With Chunk Of Cheddar
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chunk Of Cheddar
#F9C982
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6D161
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chunk Of Cheddar
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chunk Of Cheddar 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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Chunk Of Cheddar — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chunk Of Cheddar have?
Chunk Of Cheddar by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Chunk Of Cheddar from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chunk Of Cheddar are Jackfruit by Behr (a close digital match), Jackfruit by Behr (a close digital match), Pure Ivory by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Chunk Of Cheddar'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 Chunk Of Cheddar?
Chunk Of Cheddar has a estimated lightness value of 63.5, 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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