Old Times Sake 11-05 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B1A26A, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Swampwater from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B1A26A · 11-05
Old Times Sake
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Old Times Sake Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1A26A
RGB177, 162, 106
Estimated LRV36.2
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 Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Old Times Sake
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Old Times Sake
#B1A26A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A2AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Old Times Sake
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Old Times Sake 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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Old Times Sake — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Old Times Sake have?
Old Times Sake by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Old Times Sake from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Old Times Sake are Swampwater by Valspar (a close digital match), Green Bean Casserol by Behr (a close digital match), Shiny Gold by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Old Times Sake'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 Old Times Sake?
Old Times Sake has a estimated lightness value of 36.2, 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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