Oh Dahling 1218-1 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EDEEC5, LRV 83 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Elfin Magic from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #EDEEC5 · 1218-1
Oh Dahling
83%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Oh Dahling Technical Profile
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Oh Dahling in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oh Dahling in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOh Dahling
Nearly identical
Vista PaintElfin Magic
Elfin Magic
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mint Ice Cream
Kilz
Nearly identical
Lime Ice
Valspar
Nearly identical
Celadon Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Proper Temperature
Behr
Nearly identical
Elfin Magic
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Perfect Pear
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Iced Lemonade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Lime Granita
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oyster White
RAL
Very similar
Thrive .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oh Dahling
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oh Dahling
#EDEEC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97BA78
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oh Dahling
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oh Dahling 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 Oh Dahling.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oh Dahling — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oh Dahling have?
Oh Dahling 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 Oh Dahling in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oh Dahling from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oh Dahling are Elfin Magic by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Mint Ice Cream by Kilz (a near-identical match), Lime Ice by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oh Dahling'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 Oh Dahling?
Oh Dahling has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 83.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oh Dahling's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.