Golden Granola 1094-5 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B8996B, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Baked Cumin from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B8996B · 1094-5
Golden Granola
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Golden Granola Technical Profile
HEX Code#B8996B
RGB184, 153, 107
Estimated LRV34.0
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 Familybrown
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Golden Granola
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Golden Granola
#B8996B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAF83
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Golden Granola
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Golden Granola 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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Golden Granola — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Golden Granola have?
Golden Granola by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Golden Granola from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Golden Granola are Baked Cumin by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Danish Pine by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Danish Pine by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Golden Granola'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 Golden Granola?
Golden Granola has a estimated lightness value of 34.0, 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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