Pinch Of Pistachio 1126-3 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #DDDDCC, estimated LRV 71 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ancient Olive from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #DDDDCC · 1126-3
Pinch Of Pistachio
71%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Pinch Of Pistachio Technical Profile
HEX Code#DDDDCC
RGB221, 221, 204
Estimated LRV71.4
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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#DEDECC
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#DCDDCC
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#DDDCCC
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#DFE0CE
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#D9D9C8
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#E2E2D1
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#E0DFD0
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#E3E1D1
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#E4E4D5
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Colors That Work With Pinch Of Pistachio
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pinch Of Pistachio
#DDDDCC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#99AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pinch Of Pistachio
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pinch Of Pistachio 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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Pinch Of Pistachio — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pinch Of Pistachio have?
Pinch Of Pistachio 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 Pinch Of Pistachio from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pinch Of Pistachio are Ancient Olive by Valspar (a close digital match), Desert Springs by Behr (a close digital match), White Scallion by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pinch Of Pistachio'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 Pinch Of Pistachio?
Pinch Of Pistachio has a estimated lightness value of 71.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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