Pollination 1215-7 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B8A02A, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tangy Green from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B8A02A · 1215-7
Pollination
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pollination Technical Profile
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Pollination in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pollination in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPollination
Nearly identical
BehrTangy Green
Tangy Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Pickle Juice
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Verde
Valspar
Nearly identical
The Open Range
Vista Paint
Very similar
High Strung
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Chalky Quince
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spice Market
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Rain Slicker
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Fresh Avocado
Kilz
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pollination
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pollination
#B8A02A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99B65F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pollination
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pollination 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 Pollination.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pollination — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pollination have?
Pollination by PPG has a neutral 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 Pollination in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pollination from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pollination are Tangy Green by Behr (a near-identical match), Pickle Juice by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Verde by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pollination'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 Pollination?
Pollination has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.5, 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 Pollination's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.