Amaretto 1066-6 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AB6F60, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tiny Tulip from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AB6F60 · 1066-6
Amaretto
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Amaretto Technical Profile
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Amaretto in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amaretto in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAmaretto
Nearly identical
ValsparTiny Tulip
Tiny Tulip
Valspar
Nearly identical
Terra Cotta Urn
Behr
Nearly identical
Point Sienna
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Canyon Rock
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Saddle Stitch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Caramel Candy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Rojo Dust
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Spicy Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Weathered Saddle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Red Earth
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amaretto
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amaretto
#AB6F60
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amaretto
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amaretto 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 Amaretto.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amaretto — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amaretto have?
Amaretto by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the red color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amaretto in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amaretto from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amaretto are Tiny Tulip by Valspar (a near-identical match), Terra Cotta Urn by Behr (a near-identical match), Kitchen Tile Red by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amaretto'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 Amaretto?
Amaretto has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Amaretto's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.