Ginger Shortbread 1062-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E3CEC6, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bermuda Sands from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #E3CEC6 · 1062-3
Ginger Shortbread
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ginger Shortbread Technical Profile
HEX Code#E3CEC6
RGB227, 206, 198
Estimated LRV64.6
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Ginger Shortbread
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#E1CCC4
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#E1CBC3
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#DBC7BD
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Colors That Work With Ginger Shortbread
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ginger Shortbread
#E3CEC6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AEA584
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ginger Shortbread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ginger Shortbread Room Palettes
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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 Shortbread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ginger Shortbread have?
Ginger Shortbread by PPG has a neutral 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 Shortbread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginger Shortbread are Bermuda Sands by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Victorian Cameo by Behr (a close digital match), Malted Milk by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ginger Shortbread'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 Shortbread?
Ginger Shortbread has a estimated lightness value of 64.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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