Ginger Shortbread 1062-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #E3CEC6, 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.
Ref. #E3CEC6 · 1062-3
Ginger Shortbread
65%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ginger Shortbread Technical Profile
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Ginger Shortbread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ginger Shortbread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGinger Shortbread
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBermuda Sands
Bermuda Sands
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Victorian Cameo
Behr
Nearly identical
Pout
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Pout
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Calamine
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Thinking Pink
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tender Shell
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pale Berries
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Abalone Shell
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Cameo Coral
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ginger Shortbread
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
Pure 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
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 Shortbread.
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 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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ginger Shortbread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ginger Shortbread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ginger Shortbread are Bermuda Sands by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Victorian Cameo by Behr (a near-identical match), Malted Milk by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ginger Shortbread's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.