Ref. #DDCFBC · 1084-3
Sourdough
64%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sourdough Technical Profile
What color is Sourdough? It's a light warm orange with the hex code #DDCFBC. Colors similar to Sourdough include Benjamin Moore Carlisle Cream, Sherwin-Williams China Doll, Kilz Irish Coffee. Sourdough has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 64, Sourdough sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with warm whites like White Dove, white oak floors, and unlacquered brass or copper hardware. Terracotta tile or deep green plants complete an earthy warm palette. Oranges glow under 2700K warm bulbs, deepening into rich amber. Under 4000K cool light they can lose warmth and shift toward beige — particularly true for muted or dusty oranges.
Colors Similar to Sourdough
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Carlisle Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
China Doll
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Irish Coffee
Kilz
Nearly identical
Mineral Water
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Roman Plaster
Behr
Nearly identical
Joa's White
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Honey Locust
Valspar
Nearly identical
Oyster
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sourdough
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sourdough
#DDCFBC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AAAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sourdough
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sourdough 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 Sourdough.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sourdough — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sourdough have?
Sourdough by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the orange color family.
What colors match Sourdough from other brands?
The closest matches are Carlisle Cream by Benjamin Moore (#DDCFBC), China Doll by Sherwin-Williams (#DBCEBD), Irish Coffee by Kilz (#DACCBA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sourdough?
Sourdough has an LRV of 63.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sourdough's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.