Nutmeg Glow 1080-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D8B691, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chilled Chardonnay from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D8B691 · 1080-3
Nutmeg Glow
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Nutmeg Glow Technical Profile
HEX Code#D8B691
RGB216, 182, 145
Estimated LRV50.1
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Nutmeg Glow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nutmeg Glow
#D8B691
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B5B67C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nutmeg Glow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nutmeg Glow 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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Nutmeg Glow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nutmeg Glow have?
Nutmeg Glow by PPG has a neutral 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 Nutmeg Glow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nutmeg Glow are Chilled Chardonnay by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Natural Leather by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Bagel by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Nutmeg Glow'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 Glow?
Nutmeg Glow has a estimated lightness value of 50.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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