Egyptian Sun 04YY 51/583 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #FBB158, LRV 53 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pumpkin Butter from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FBB158 · 04YY 51/583
Egyptian Sun
53%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Egyptian Sun Technical Profile
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Egyptian Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Egyptian Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGEgyptian Sun
Nearly identical
ValsparPumpkin Butter
Pumpkin Butter
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Archway
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Orange Marmalade
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Aloha
Kilz
Nearly identical
November Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Freshly Squeezed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sweet Michelle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Yarrow
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Mango Madness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Egyptian Sun
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Egyptian Sun
#FBB158
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CED35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Egyptian Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Egyptian Sun 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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Egyptian Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Egyptian Sun have?
Egyptian Sun by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Egyptian Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Egyptian Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Egyptian Sun are Pumpkin Butter by Valspar (a near-identical match), Golden Archway by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Spring Squash by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Egyptian Sun'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 Egyptian Sun?
Egyptian Sun has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 52.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Egyptian Sun's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.