Livin' Large 1221-5 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C1E089, LRV 67 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lightning Green from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C1E089 · 1221-5
Livin' Large
67%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Livin' Large Technical Profile
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Livin' Large in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Livin' Large in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLivin' Large
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyLightning Green
Lightning Green
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Afternoon Delight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Celtic Folklore
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Corn Husk Green
Behr
Very similar
Wasabi
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fresh Lettuce
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Flash
Kilz
Very similar
Green Lime
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Hog Plum
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dancing Green
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Livin' Large
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Livin' Large
#C1E089
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80BD75
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Livin' Large
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Livin' Large 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 Livin' Large.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Livin' Large — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Livin' Large have?
Livin' Large by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Livin' Large in your own space before committing.
What colors match Livin' Large from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Livin' Large are Lightning Green by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Afternoon Delight by Valspar (a near-identical match), Celtic Folklore by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Livin' Large'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 Livin' Large?
Livin' Large has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 66.5, 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
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 Livin' Large's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.