Zing 1203-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #FBC17B, LRV 60 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mango Tango from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #FBC17B · 1203-5
Zing
60%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Zing Technical Profile
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Zing in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Zing in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGZing
Nearly identical
BehrMango Tango
Mango Tango
Behr
Nearly identical
Cantaloupe Smile
Valspar
Nearly identical
Amber Dawn
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fresh Fruit
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Jovial Orange
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sunrise
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Seville Orange
Vista Paint
Very similar
August Morning
Kilz
Very similar
Sunset in Italy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sprout .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Zing
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Zing
#FBC17B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#CDD35F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Zing
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Zing 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 Zing.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Zing — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Zing have?
Zing by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Zing in your own space before committing.
What colors match Zing from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Zing are Mango Tango by Behr (a near-identical match), Cantaloupe Smile by Valspar (a near-identical match), Amber Dawn by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Zing'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 Zing?
Zing has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 60.1, 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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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 Zing's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.