Popcorn White 46YY 86/166 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #FAEDCE, estimated LRV 85 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Calcite from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #FAEDCE · 46YY 86/166
Popcorn White
85%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Popcorn White Technical Profile
HEX Code#FAEDCE
RGB250, 237, 206
Estimated LRV85.3
UndertoneNeutral
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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Compare alternatives to Popcorn White
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Calcite
Benjamin Moore
#F8ECCE
Close digital match
Queenly Laugh
Vista Paint
#F8ECCF
Close digital match
Honied White
Behr
#FCEFD2
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Lemon Sorbet
Valspar
#FCEDCC
Close digital match
Queenly Laugh
Hirshfield's
#F9ECD0
Close digital match
Lemon Meringue
Sherwin-Williams
#F5EACC
Close digital match
Flaxen
Dunn-Edwards
#FBECC9
Close digital match
Limon Sorbet
Dutch Boy
#F5E9C7
Close digital match
Light Shine
Kilz
#FBEDC8
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Colorhouse
#F8E7C9
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Farrow & Ball
#F5E8D0
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RAL
#EEEACD
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Colors That Work With Popcorn White
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Popcorn White
#FAEDCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6CB67
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Popcorn White
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Popcorn White 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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Popcorn White — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Popcorn White have?
Popcorn White by PPG has a neutral 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 Popcorn White from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Popcorn White are Calcite by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Queenly Laugh by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Corinthian White by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Popcorn White'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 Popcorn White?
Popcorn White has a estimated lightness value of 85.3, 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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