Goldfish 1203-6 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F2AD62, LRV 50 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blazing Autumn from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #F2AD62 · 1203-6
Goldfish
50%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Goldfish Technical Profile
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Goldfish in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Goldfish in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGoldfish
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBlazing Autumn
Blazing Autumn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Freshly Squeezed
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
November Gold
Behr
Nearly identical
Summer Day
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Toasted Honey
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Archway
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mango Madness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sweet Michelle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Spaghetti Squash
Kilz
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Goldfish
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Goldfish
#F2AD62
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CBCD65
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Goldfish
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Goldfish 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 Goldfish.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Goldfish — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Goldfish have?
Goldfish 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 Goldfish in your own space before committing.
What colors match Goldfish from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Goldfish are Blazing Autumn by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Freshly Squeezed by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), November Gold by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Goldfish'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 Goldfish?
Goldfish has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Goldfish's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.