Ref. #ECE678 · 1216-5
Fresh Lemonade
76%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fresh Lemonade Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Lemonade? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #ECE678. Colors similar to Fresh Lemonade include Behr Pineapple Crush, MPC Green Spirit, MPC Peel Green. Fresh Lemonade has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Fresh Lemonade reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Fresh Lemonade reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Fresh Lemonade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Lemonade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Lemonade
#ECE678
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EC76B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Lemonade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Lemonade 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 Fresh Lemonade.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Lemonade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Lemonade have?
Fresh Lemonade by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Fresh Lemonade from other brands?
The closest matches are Pineapple Crush by Behr (#EDE47C), Green Spirit by MPC (#F1EC78), Peel Green by MPC (#EAE071). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Lemonade?
Fresh Lemonade has an LRV of 75.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Fresh Lemonade's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.