Groundhog Day 1166 is a orange paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #D9BBA6, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mesa Sand from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #D9BBA6 · 1166
Groundhog Day
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Groundhog Day Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9BBA6
RGB217, 187, 166
Estimated LRV50.6
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyorange
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#DCBDA7
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#DBBBA7
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#D6BCAA
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Colors That Work With Groundhog Day
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Groundhog Day
#D9BBA6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2AD80
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Groundhog Day
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Groundhog Day 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
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Groundhog Day — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Groundhog Day have?
Groundhog Day by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Groundhog Day from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Groundhog Day are Mesa Sand by Valspar (a close digital match), Cinnamon Ice by PPG (a close digital match), Classic Sand by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Groundhog Day'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 Groundhog Day?
Groundhog Day has a estimated lightness value of 50.6, 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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