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PPG Forsythia Blossom

PPG1214-5 · #F8D86E · LRV ~70.2

Closest tone in another brand: Glidden Forsythia Blossom (~98% proximity)

Forsythia Blossom (PPG1214-5) is a light yellow from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 70.2 (light): it reflects plenty of light and works in most rooms, including ones with limited daylight. The closest tone in another brand is Glidden Forsythia Blossom (~98% proximity).

Closest tone to Forsythia Blossom in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

70.2 · Light

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG1214-5

HEX

#F8D86E

RGB

248, 216, 110

HSL

46°, 91%, 70%

Family

Yellows

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Forsythia Blossom FAQ

What is the LRV of Forsythia Blossom?

Forsythia Blossom has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 70.2 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 Forsythia Blossom in other brands?

Glidden: Forsythia Blossom (PPG1214-5), ~98% proximity; Valspar: Bee's Knees (V016-2), ~95% proximity; Behr: Solar Energy (P310-5), ~95% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Golden Rays (DE5423), ~94% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Yellow Rain Coat (2020-40), ~91% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Funky Yellow (SW 6913), ~91% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Funky Yellow (HGSW6913), ~91% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Babouche (No. 223), ~80% 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 Forsythia Blossom?

The HEX code of Forsythia Blossom (PPG1214-5) is #F8D86E, RGB 248, 216, 110. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.