Glow Worm 1220-6 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BED565, estimated LRV 60 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sonic Lime from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BED565 · 1220-6
Glow Worm
60%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Glow Worm Technical Profile
HEX Code#BED565
RGB190, 213, 101
Estimated LRV59.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygreen
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Glow Worm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glow Worm
#BED565
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8BBC76
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glow Worm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glow Worm 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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Glow Worm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glow Worm have?
Glow Worm by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Glow Worm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Glow Worm are Sonic Lime by Valspar (a close digital match), Petal .02 by Colorhouse (a close digital match), Citrus Leaf by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Glow Worm'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 Glow Worm?
Glow Worm has a estimated lightness value of 59.5, 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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