Mighty Spicy 90YR 45/427 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ECA96E, estimated LRV 47 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orange Appeal from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ECA96E · 90YR 45/427
Mighty Spicy
47%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mighty Spicy Technical Profile
HEX Code#ECA96E
RGB236, 169, 110
Estimated LRV47.3
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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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Colors That Work With Mighty Spicy
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mighty Spicy
#ECA96E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C8C56A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mighty Spicy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mighty Spicy 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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Mighty Spicy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mighty Spicy have?
Mighty Spicy 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 Mighty Spicy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mighty Spicy are Orange Appeal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Butterscotch Sundae by Valspar (a close digital match), Brioche by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mighty Spicy'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 Mighty Spicy?
Mighty Spicy has a estimated lightness value of 47.3, 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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