Bran Muffin 16-14 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CC9859, estimated LRV 36 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Massicot from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CC9859 · 16-14
Bran Muffin
36%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bran Muffin Technical Profile
HEX Code#CC9859
RGB204, 152, 89
Estimated LRV36.0
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Bran Muffin
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bran Muffin
#CC9859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B6B979
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bran Muffin
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bran Muffin Room Palettes
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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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Bran Muffin — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bran Muffin have?
Bran Muffin by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Bran Muffin from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Bran Muffin are Massicot by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Butternut by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Hammered Gold by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Bran Muffin'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 Bran Muffin?
Bran Muffin has a estimated lightness value of 36.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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