Flaxen Hair 30YY 54/306 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DDC18A, estimated LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winsome Ecru from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DDC18A · 30YY 54/306
Flaxen Hair
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Flaxen Hair Technical Profile
HEX Code#DDC18A
RGB221, 193, 138
Estimated LRV55.3
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Flaxen Hair
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#DCBF88
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#DEC087
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#DDBF85
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#DABD84
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#E1C28D
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#E2C78C
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Canary Song
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#DCC182
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#DFC795
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Colors That Work With Flaxen Hair
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Flaxen Hair
#DDC18A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0BB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Flaxen Hair
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Flaxen Hair 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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Flaxen Hair — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Flaxen Hair have?
Flaxen Hair by PPG has a neutral 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 Flaxen Hair from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Flaxen Hair are Winsome Ecru by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Chestertown Buff by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Harpswell Green by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Flaxen Hair'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 Flaxen Hair?
Flaxen Hair has a estimated lightness value of 55.3, 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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