Parachute 1218-5 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BEB755, LRV 46 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chilled Wine from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BEB755 · 1218-5
Parachute
46%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Parachute Technical Profile
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Parachute in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Parachute in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGParachute
Nearly identical
BehrChilled Wine
Chilled Wine
Behr
Nearly identical
Terra Verde
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Martini Olive
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Parakeet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Baby Frog
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Motherland
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lemon Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Hidden Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Can't Miss Lime
Valspar
Very similar
Wasabi Wash
Kilz
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Parachute
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Parachute
#BEB755
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9DB47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Parachute
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Parachute 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 Parachute.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Parachute — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Parachute have?
Parachute 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 Parachute in your own space before committing.
What colors match Parachute from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Parachute are Chilled Wine by Behr (a near-identical match), Terra Verde by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Coriander Seed by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Parachute'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 Parachute?
Parachute has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 45.5, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Parachute's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.