Ref. #B66A3C · 1200-7
Mincemeat
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Mincemeat Technical Profile
What color is Mincemeat? It's a deep warm orange with the hex code #B66A3C. Colors similar to Mincemeat include Valspar Orange Glaze, Colorhouse Wood .02, Hirshfield's Orange Ballad. Mincemeat has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Mincemeat creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Mincemeat
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mincemeat
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mincemeat
#B66A3C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B3AB72
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mincemeat
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mincemeat 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 Mincemeat.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mincemeat — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mincemeat have?
Mincemeat by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Mincemeat from other brands?
The closest matches are Orange Glaze by Valspar (#B66A3E), Wood .02 by Colorhouse (#B2683A), Orange Ballad by Hirshfield's (#B56D41). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mincemeat?
Mincemeat has an LRV of 20.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mincemeat's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.