Indian Maize 1214-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E4C14D, LRV 55 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Meadow from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E4C14D · 1214-6
Indian Maize
55%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Indian Maize in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Indian Maize in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGIndian Maize
Nearly identical
ValsparGolden Meadow
Golden Meadow
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Chalice
Behr
Nearly identical
Yellow Brick Road
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sun Valley
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lemon Surprise
Vista Paint
Very similar
Eye Catching
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Owl Eyes
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lemon Surprise
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Babouche
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Aspire .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Signal Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Extrovert
Kilz
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Indian Maize
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Indian Maize
#E4C14D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEC66C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Indian Maize
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indian Maize 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
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Indian Maize — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Indian Maize have?
Indian Maize by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Indian Maize in your own space before committing.
What colors match Indian Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indian Maize are Golden Meadow by Valspar (a near-identical match), Nectar by Valspar (a near-identical match), Golden Chalice by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Indian Maize'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 Indian Maize?
Indian Maize has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 55.2, 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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