Brandy Snaps 1053-5 is a red paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B58E8B, estimated LRV 31 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Plum Ribbon from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B58E8B · 1053-5
Brandy Snaps
31%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Brandy Snaps Technical Profile
HEX Code#B58E8B
RGB181, 142, 139
Estimated LRV31.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familyred
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Brandy Snaps
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brandy Snaps
#B58E8B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9C85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brandy Snaps
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brandy Snaps 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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Brandy Snaps — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brandy Snaps have?
Brandy Snaps by PPG has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the red 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 Brandy Snaps from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brandy Snaps are Plum Ribbon by Valspar (a close digital match), Taryn Hills by Vista Paint (a very close match), Plush Suede by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Brandy Snaps'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 Brandy Snaps?
Brandy Snaps has a estimated lightness value of 31.0, 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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