Lively Laugh 1218-3 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E1DD8E, LRV 70 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lime Flower from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E1DD8E · 1218-3
Lively Laugh
70%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lively Laugh Technical Profile
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Lively Laugh in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lively Laugh in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLively Laugh
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyLime Flower
Lime Flower
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Honey Beige
Behr
Nearly identical
Gleeful
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Lime Mousse
Valspar
Very similar
Artichoke Heart
Kilz
Very similar
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Garden Promenade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Mulholland Yellow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fire Dance
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lustrous Yellow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Ivory
RAL
Very similar
Thrive .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lively Laugh
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lively Laugh
#E1DD8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CBD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lively Laugh
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lively Laugh 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 Lively Laugh.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lively Laugh — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lively Laugh have?
Lively Laugh by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Lively Laugh in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lively Laugh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lively Laugh are Lime Flower by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Honey Beige by Behr (a near-identical match), Gleeful by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lively Laugh'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 Lively Laugh?
Lively Laugh has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.7, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lively Laugh's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.