Ginger Root 1200-6 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C17444, estimated LRV 24 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Marmalade Glaze from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C17444 · 1200-6
Ginger Root
24%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Ginger Root Technical Profile
HEX Code#C17444
RGB193, 116, 68
Estimated LRV24.2
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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Color Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Ginger Root
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginger Root
#C17444
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B8B17A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginger Root
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginger Root 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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Ginger Root — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginger Root have?
Ginger Root 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 Ginger Root from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginger Root are Marmalade Glaze by Behr (a close digital match), Marmalade Glaze by Behr (a close digital match), Buttered Yam by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ginger Root'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 Ginger Root?
Ginger Root has a estimated lightness value of 24.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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