Tuscan Sun 12-17 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EFD7A7, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Quiet Veranda from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EFD7A7 · 12-17
Tuscan Sun
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tuscan Sun Technical Profile
HEX Code#EFD7A7
RGB239, 215, 167
Estimated LRV69.7
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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#EDD6A5
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#F3DBAC
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Banana Cream
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#F5DEAF
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Grain .03
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Colors That Work With Tuscan Sun
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tuscan Sun
#EFD7A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5C36F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tuscan Sun
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tuscan Sun 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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Tuscan Sun — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tuscan Sun have?
Tuscan Sun 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 Tuscan Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tuscan Sun are Quiet Veranda by Behr (a close digital match), Drop Of Gold by Kilz (a close digital match), Dorset Cream by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tuscan Sun'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 Tuscan Sun?
Tuscan Sun has a estimated lightness value of 69.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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