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PPG Calabash

PPG1213-5 · #F9EB97 · LRV 81.8

Compare with other brands: Glidden Calabash is a 99% match

Calabash (PPG1213-5) is a light yellow from PPG. Its LRV is about 81.8 (very light): it bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. in strong direct sun it can look stark. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Calabash (99% match).

Compare Calabash with other brands

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LRV

81.8 · Very light

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG1213-5

HEX

#F9EB97

RGB

249, 235, 151

HSL

51°, 89%, 78%

Family

Yellows

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Calabash FAQ

What is the LRV of Calabash?

Calabash has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 81.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very light. It bounces back most of the light that hits it, so it keeps rooms bright. In strong direct sun it can look stark.

What is the closest match to Calabash in other brands?

Glidden: Calabash (PPG1213-5), 99%; Benjamin Moore: San Fernando Sunshine (360), 95%; Sherwin-Williams: Fun Yellow (SW 6908), 95%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Fun Yellow (HGSW6908), 95%; Dunn-Edwards: Sun Surprise (DE5409), 95%; Valspar: East of the Sun (8001-25B), 93%; Behr: Storm Lightning (P310-4), 90%; Farrow & Ball: Dayroom Yellow (No. 233), 78%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Calabash?

The HEX code of Calabash (PPG1213-5) is #F9EB97, RGB 249, 235, 151. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.