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Ginger Cream
77%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ginger Cream Technical Profile
What color is Ginger Cream? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #EFE0D7. Colors similar to Ginger Cream include Sherwin-Williams Intimate White, Sherwin-Williams Faint Coral, Valspar Honeysuckle Delight. Ginger Cream has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 77, Ginger Cream reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Ginger Cream
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Intimate White
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Honeysuckle Delight
Valspar
Nearly identical
Cliffswallow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Flax Flower
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Head Over Heels
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ancient Scroll
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Orange Confection
Behr
Nearly identical
Taupe Pearls
Kilz
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ginger Cream
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginger Cream
#EFE0D7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3AD7F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginger Cream
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginger Cream 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 Ginger Cream.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ginger Cream — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginger Cream have?
Ginger Cream by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Ginger Cream from other brands?
The closest matches are Intimate White by Sherwin-Williams (#F0E1D8), Faint Coral by Sherwin-Williams (#EEDED5), Honeysuckle Delight by Valspar (#EDDED6). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ginger Cream?
Ginger Cream has an LRV of 76.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ginger Cream's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.