Indian Maize 1214-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E4C14D, estimated 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.
PPG · #E4C14D · 1214-6
Indian Maize
55%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Indian Maize Technical Profile
HEX Code#E4C14D
RGB228, 193, 77
Estimated LRV55.2
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 Indian Maize
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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
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Indian Maize
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Indian Maize Room Palettes
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Indian Maize from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Indian Maize are Golden Meadow by Valspar (a close digital match), Nectar by Valspar (a close digital match), Golden Chalice by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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