Ref. #F1C96A · 17-18
Sol De Yucatan
62%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sol De Yucatan Technical Profile
What color is Sol De Yucatan? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #F1C96A. Colors similar to Sol De Yucatan include Benjamin Moore Firefly, Dunn-Edwards Golden Crest, Behr Wild Bamboo. Sol De Yucatan has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 62, Sol De Yucatan sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sol De Yucatan
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sol De Yucatan
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sol De Yucatan
#F1C96A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B7CC66
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sol De Yucatan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sol De Yucatan 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 Sol De Yucatan.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sol De Yucatan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sol De Yucatan have?
Sol De Yucatan by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sol De Yucatan from other brands?
The closest matches are Firefly by Benjamin Moore (#EFC564), Golden Crest by Dunn-Edwards (#F6CA69), Wild Bamboo by Behr (#EDC56D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sol De Yucatan?
Sol De Yucatan has an LRV of 61.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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