Citrus Spice 1216-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E6D943, estimated LRV 67 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Bright from Vista Paint (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E6D943 · 1216-6
Citrus Spice
67%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Citrus Spice Technical Profile
HEX Code#E6D943
RGB230, 217, 67
Estimated LRV66.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Citrus Spice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Spice
#E6D943
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A0C86A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Spice 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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Citrus Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Spice have?
Citrus Spice by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Citrus Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Spice are Sun Bright by Vista Paint (a very close match), Green Papaya by Behr (a very close match), Lemon Grove by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Citrus Spice'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 Citrus Spice?
Citrus Spice has a estimated lightness value of 66.9, 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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