Nutmeg Glow 1080-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D8B691, 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.
Ref. #D8B691 · 1080-3
Nutmeg Glow
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nutmeg Glow Technical Profile
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Nutmeg Glow in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nutmeg Glow in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNutmeg Glow
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreChilled Chardonnay
Chilled Chardonnay
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bagel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sun Tan
Valspar
Nearly identical
Friar Tuck
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Creme De Caramel
Behr
Nearly identical
Spaghetti Squash
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Crowned One
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Living Large
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lion Cub
Kilz
Very similar
Grain .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Templeton Pink
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nutmeg Glow
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Nutmeg Glow.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Nutmeg Glow in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nutmeg Glow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nutmeg Glow are Chilled Chardonnay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Natural Leather by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Bagel by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nutmeg Glow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.