Ref. #CC974D · 1207-6
Allspice
36%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Allspice Technical Profile
What color is Allspice? It's a medium warm orange with the hex code #CC974D. Colors similar to Allspice include Vista Paint Georgian Yellow, Benjamin Moore Maple Sugar, Dunn-Edwards Gingerbread House. Allspice has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Allspice depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Allspice
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Georgian Yellow
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Maple Sugar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gingerbread House
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Georgian Yellow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bugle Call
Valspar
Nearly identical
Golden Rule
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Desert Caravan
Behr
Nearly identical
Vintage Find
Kilz
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Allspice
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Allspice
#CC974D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5BB77
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Allspice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Allspice 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 Allspice.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Allspice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Allspice have?
Allspice by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Allspice from other brands?
The closest matches are Georgian Yellow by Vista Paint (#CF994E), Maple Sugar by Benjamin Moore (#CA9850), Gingerbread House by Dunn-Edwards (#CA994E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Allspice?
Allspice has an LRV of 35.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Allspice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.