Ref. #AB8659 · 1087-6
Bread Basket
26%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Bread Basket Technical Profile
What color is Bread Basket? It's a deep warm brown with the hex code #AB8659. Colors similar to Bread Basket include Benjamin Moore Gingersnaps, Hirshfield's Rich Oak, Benjamin Moore Byzantine Gold. Bread Basket has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 26 gives Bread Basket depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Bread Basket pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Bread Basket
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Bread Basket
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Bread Basket
#AB8659
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Bread Basket
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Bread Basket 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 Bread Basket.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Bread Basket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Bread Basket have?
Bread Basket by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Bread Basket from other brands?
The closest matches are Gingersnaps by Benjamin Moore (#AB865C), Rich Oak by Hirshfield's (#A7855A), Byzantine Gold by Benjamin Moore (#A9885C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Bread Basket?
Bread Basket has an LRV of 26.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Bread Basket's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.