Nutmeg 1068-6 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A8715A, LRV 21 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orange Flambe from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A8715A · 1068-6
Nutmeg
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Nutmeg Technical Profile
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Nutmeg in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nutmeg in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNutmeg
Nearly identical
BehrOrange Flambe
Orange Flambe
Behr
Nearly identical
Toasted Pecan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Arizona Clay
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Woodland
Valspar
Nearly identical
Decorous Amber
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Caramel Candy
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dusty Durango
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spicy Twist
Kilz
Very similar
Sizzling Hot
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Marmelo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Clay .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nutmeg
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nutmeg
#A8715A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA585
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nutmeg
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nutmeg 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 Nutmeg.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nutmeg — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nutmeg have?
Nutmeg by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Nutmeg in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nutmeg from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nutmeg are Orange Flambe by Behr (a near-identical match), Marr0n Canela by Behr (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Brown by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nutmeg'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 Nutmeg?
Nutmeg has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 20.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Nutmeg's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.