Creamy Caramel 1096-5 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B3956C, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caramel Gold from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B3956C · 1096-5
Creamy Caramel
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Creamy Caramel Technical Profile
HEX Code#B3956C
RGB179, 149, 108
Estimated LRV32.2
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 Familybrown
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Creamy Caramel
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy Caramel
#B3956C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy Caramel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy Caramel 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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Creamy Caramel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy Caramel have?
Creamy Caramel by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Creamy Caramel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creamy Caramel are Caramel Gold by Valspar (a close digital match), Tan Hide by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Gold Promise by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Creamy Caramel'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 Creamy Caramel?
Creamy Caramel has a estimated lightness value of 32.2, 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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