Always Almond 1099-1 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #EBE5D2, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Romano from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #EBE5D2 · 1099-1
Always Almond
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Always Almond Technical Profile
HEX Code#EBE5D2
RGB235, 229, 210
Estimated LRV78.4
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Always Almond
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Romano
Valspar
#EDE7D4
Close digital match
YL-W12
Behr
#EBE4D1
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Shea Butter
Kilz
#EAE5D3
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Classical Ivory
Dutch Boy
#E8E3D1
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Air .02
Colorhouse
#ECE6D1
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Opaline
Benjamin Moore
#EDE8D5
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Dubai Sand
Vista Paint
#EAE3D1
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Antique White
Dunn-Edwards
#ECE6D5
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Loch Ness
Hirshfield's
#E8E1CE
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Restful White
Sherwin-Williams
#EEE8D7
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James White
Farrow & Ball
#EDE9D8
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Colors That Work With Always Almond
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Almond
#EBE5D2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4B181
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Almond
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always Almond 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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Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Always Almond — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Almond have?
Always Almond by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Always Almond from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Almond are Romano by Valspar (a close digital match), YL-W12 by Behr (a close digital match), Shea Butter by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Always Almond'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 Always Almond?
Always Almond has a estimated lightness value of 78.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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