Lively Laugh 1218-3 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E1DD8E, estimated 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.
PPG · #E1DD8E · 1218-3
Lively Laugh
70%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Lively Laugh Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1DD8E
RGB225, 221, 142
Estimated LRV69.7
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Lively Laugh
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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
Digital 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
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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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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Lively Laugh from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lively Laugh are Lime Flower by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Honey Beige by Behr (a close digital match), Gleeful by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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