Mariposa (PPG17-17) is a light yellow from Glidden, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 70.3 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Benjamin Moore Yellow Rain Coat (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Mariposa in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

70.3 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG17-17

HEX

#FCD766

RGB

252, 215, 102

HSL

45°, 96%, 69%

Family

Yellows

Colors similar to Mariposa in Glidden

Neighboring tones from the same brand, if you want a shade lighter, darker, warmer, or cooler.

Mariposa FAQ

What is the LRV of Mariposa?

Mariposa has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 70.3 on a 0–100 scale, which is light. It reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Mariposa in other brands?

Benjamin Moore: Yellow Rain Coat (2020-40), ~98% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Golden Nectar (DE5347), ~98% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dutch Tulip (HGSW1183), ~95% proximity; PPG: Dilly Dally (PPG1213-6), ~95% proximity; Behr: Squash Blossom (P290-5), ~94% proximity; Valspar: Backlit Lemon (V017-2), ~94% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Sunny Side Up (SW 9665), ~91% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Babouche (No. 223), ~76% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Mariposa?

The HEX code of Mariposa (PPG17-17) is #FCD766, RGB 252, 215, 102. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.