Forsythia Blossom 1214-5 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F6D76E, estimated LRV 69 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Rays from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F6D76E · 1214-5
Forsythia Blossom
69%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Forsythia Blossom Technical Profile
HEX Code#F6D76E
RGB246, 215, 110
Estimated LRV69.3
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Forsythia Blossom
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Forsythia Blossom
#F6D76E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2CF63
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Forsythia Blossom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Forsythia Blossom 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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Forsythia Blossom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Forsythia Blossom have?
Forsythia Blossom 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 Forsythia Blossom from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Forsythia Blossom are Golden Rays by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tons of Sun by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Golden Haze by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Forsythia Blossom'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 Forsythia Blossom?
Forsythia Blossom has a estimated lightness value of 69.3, 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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