Marigold Petals 05YY 42/727 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #F4A027, estimated LRV 45 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Sun Yellow from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #F4A027 · 05YY 42/727
Marigold Petals
45%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Marigold Petals Technical Profile
HEX Code#F4A027
RGB244, 160, 39
Estimated LRV44.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Marigold Petals
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Marigold Petals
#F4A027
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C6D062
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Marigold Petals
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Marigold Petals 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
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Marigold Petals — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Marigold Petals have?
Marigold Petals by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the orange 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 Marigold Petals from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Marigold Petals are Sun Yellow by RAL (a close digital match), Golden Autumn by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Orange Spice Tea by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Marigold Petals'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 Marigold Petals?
Marigold Petals has a estimated lightness value of 44.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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