Thimbleberry Leaf 11-31 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AFA97D, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bamboo Forest from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AFA97D · 11-31
Thimbleberry Leaf
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Thimbleberry Leaf Technical Profile
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Thimbleberry Leaf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Thimbleberry Leaf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGThimbleberry Leaf
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sBamboo Forest
Bamboo Forest
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Gentle Pasture
Valspar
Nearly identical
Even Growth
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Bamboo Forest
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Tarragon Tease
Behr
Nearly identical
Ryegrass
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ivy Lane
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cedar and Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Thimbleberry Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Thimbleberry Leaf
#AFA97D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Thimbleberry Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Thimbleberry Leaf 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 Thimbleberry Leaf.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Thimbleberry Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Thimbleberry Leaf have?
Thimbleberry Leaf 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 Thimbleberry Leaf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Thimbleberry Leaf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Thimbleberry Leaf are Bamboo Forest by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Gentle Pasture by Valspar (a near-identical match), Even Growth by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Thimbleberry Leaf'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 Thimbleberry Leaf?
Thimbleberry Leaf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.0, 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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Why Thimbleberry Leaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.