Ref. #9D8A50 · 11-06
Safari Scene
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Safari Scene Technical Profile
What color is Safari Scene? It's a deep warm yellow with the hex code #9D8A50. Colors similar to Safari Scene include Kilz Pickling Spice, Benjamin Moore Thyme, Benjamin Moore Gi Green. Safari Scene has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Safari Scene depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Safari Scene reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Safari Scene
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Safari Scene
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Safari Scene
#9D8A50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BA67A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Safari Scene
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Safari Scene 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 Safari Scene.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Safari Scene — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Safari Scene have?
Safari Scene by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Safari Scene from other brands?
The closest matches are Pickling Spice by Kilz (#99894A), Thyme by Benjamin Moore (#9E8853), Gi Green by Benjamin Moore (#96874A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Safari Scene?
Safari Scene has an LRV of 25.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
Explore More with Safari Scene
Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Safari Scene's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.