Almond Cream 1086-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E1CFB2, estimated LRV 64 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Classic Khaki from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E1CFB2 · 1086-3
Almond Cream
64%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Almond Cream Technical Profile
HEX Code#E1CFB2
RGB225, 207, 178
Estimated LRV63.8
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
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Classic Khaki
Valspar
#E2CFB2
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Moccasin
Benjamin Moore
#E0CFB4
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Muslin Tint
Vista Paint
#DECCAF
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Muslin Tint
Hirshfield's
#E0CDB1
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Barely Beige
Dutch Boy
#E3D2B6
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Sundew
Sherwin-Williams
#E1CDAE
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Inside Passage
Dunn-Edwards
#E0CFB5
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Aebleskiver
Behr
#E6D3B6
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String
Farrow & Ball
#DDCDAE
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Pale Gold
Kilz
#DCD0B8
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Colorhouse
#E1D6BB
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Colors That Work With Almond Cream
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Almond Cream
#E1CFB2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEB47E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Almond Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Almond Cream 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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Almond Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Almond Cream have?
Almond Cream by PPG 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 Almond Cream from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Almond Cream are Classic Khaki by Valspar (a close digital match), Moccasin by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Muslin Tint by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Almond Cream'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 Almond Cream?
Almond Cream has a estimated lightness value of 63.8, 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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