Pumpkin Spice 16-13 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AC854E, estimated LRV 26 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Golden Cadillac from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AC854E · 16-13
Pumpkin Spice
26%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Pumpkin Spice Technical Profile
HEX Code#AC854E
RGB172, 133, 78
Estimated LRV26.1
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familybrown
BrandPPG
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#B1884A
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Colors That Work With Pumpkin Spice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pumpkin Spice
#AC854E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAE7F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pumpkin Spice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pumpkin Spice 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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Pumpkin Spice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pumpkin Spice have?
Pumpkin Spice by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown 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 Pumpkin Spice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pumpkin Spice are Golden Cadillac by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Chamois by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Apple Butter by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pumpkin Spice'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 Pumpkin Spice?
Pumpkin Spice has a estimated lightness value of 26.1, 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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