Ref. #E9E9D0 · 1119-1
Magical Melon
80%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Magical Melon Technical Profile
What color is Magical Melon? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #E9E9D0. Colors similar to Magical Melon include Vista Paint Arbor Field, Behr Baby Artichoke, Kilz Healing Springs. Magical Melon has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Magical Melon reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Magical Melon reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Magical Melon
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Arbor Field
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Baby Artichoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Healing Springs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Limesicle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Hidden Paradise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sprout
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Carpathian Dawn
Valspar
Nearly identical
Dusky Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Magical Melon
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Magical Melon
#E9E9D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Magical Melon
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Magical Melon 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 Magical Melon.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Magical Melon — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Magical Melon have?
Magical Melon by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Magical Melon from other brands?
The closest matches are Arbor Field by Vista Paint (#E9E8D0), Baby Artichoke by Behr (#EBECD3), Healing Springs by Kilz (#E9EAD3). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Magical Melon?
Magical Melon has an LRV of 80.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Magical Melon's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.