Tuscan Sun 12-17 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EFD7A7, 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.
Ref. #EFD7A7 · 12-17
Tuscan Sun
70%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tuscan Sun Technical Profile
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Tuscan Sun in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tuscan Sun in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTuscan Sun
Nearly identical
BehrQuiet Veranda
Quiet Veranda
Behr
Nearly identical
Drop Of Gold
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dorset Cream
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Barley
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Canyon Sand
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Awakened
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Shortcake
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Crossroads
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Banana Cream
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grain .03
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Capricious
Valspar
Nearly identical
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tuscan Sun
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Tuscan Sun.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tuscan Sun in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tuscan Sun from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tuscan Sun are Quiet Veranda by Behr (a near-identical match), Drop Of Gold by Kilz (a near-identical match), Dorset Cream by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Tuscan Sun's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.