Citrus Yellow 1109-4 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D7C275, LRV 54 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crushed Cumin from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D7C275 · 1109-4
Citrus Yellow
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Citrus Yellow Technical Profile
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Citrus Yellow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Citrus Yellow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGCitrus Yellow
Nearly identical
ValsparCrushed Cumin
Crushed Cumin
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Thread
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Marsh Field
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Very similar
Chickadee Yellow
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Camel
Behr
Very similar
Yellow Umbrella
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Avalon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Beeswax .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Frolic
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Citrus Yellow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Citrus Yellow
#D7C275
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Citrus Yellow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Citrus Yellow 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 Citrus Yellow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Citrus Yellow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Citrus Yellow have?
Citrus Yellow by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Citrus Yellow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Citrus Yellow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Citrus Yellow are Crushed Cumin by Valspar (a near-identical match), Golden Thread by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), California Hills by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Citrus Yellow'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 Yellow?
Citrus Yellow has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.3, 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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Why Citrus Yellow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.