Gingerbread 1201-6 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CC8149, LRV 29 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Canyon Sun from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CC8149 · 1201-6
Gingerbread
29%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gingerbread Technical Profile
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Gingerbread in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gingerbread in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGGingerbread
Nearly identical
ValsparCanyon Sun
Canyon Sun
Valspar
Nearly identical
Flaming Torch
Behr
Nearly identical
Cornucopia Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Caramel Bar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Amber Wave
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sunny Horizon
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chili Powder
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Bright Marigold
Kilz
Very similar
Sunny Horizon
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Clay .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Deep Orange
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gingerbread
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gingerbread
#CC8149
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BBB677
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gingerbread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gingerbread 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 Gingerbread.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gingerbread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gingerbread have?
Gingerbread by PPG has a warm (golden) 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 Gingerbread in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gingerbread from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gingerbread are Canyon Sun by Valspar (a near-identical match), Flaming Torch by Behr (a near-identical match), Cornucopia Tan by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Gingerbread'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 Gingerbread?
Gingerbread has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.0, 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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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gingerbread's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.