Crushed Pineapple 1213-7 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EFCC44, estimated LRV 62 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citrus Zest from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EFCC44 · 1213-7
Crushed Pineapple
62%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Crushed Pineapple Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFCC44
RGB239, 204, 68
Estimated LRV62.0
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Crushed Pineapple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Pineapple
#EFCC44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AECD65
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Pineapple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Pineapple 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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Crushed Pineapple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Pineapple have?
Crushed Pineapple by PPG has a neutral 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 Crushed Pineapple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Pineapple are Citrus Zest by Behr (a close digital match), Basket of Gold by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Basket of Gold by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crushed Pineapple'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 Crushed Pineapple?
Crushed Pineapple has a estimated lightness value of 62.0, 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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