Spicy Mustard 1108-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1B871, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Citrus Zest from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1B871 · 1108-5
Spicy Mustard
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spicy Mustard Technical Profile
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Spicy Mustard in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spicy Mustard in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSpicy Mustard
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyCitrus Zest
Citrus Zest
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Buena Vista Gold
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tangy Flavor
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dylan Velvet
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gilded
Behr
Nearly identical
Star Fire
Vista Paint
Very similar
Filtered Rays
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bright Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Independent Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sudbury Yellow
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Beeswax .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spicy Mustard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spicy Mustard
#D1B871
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B87A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Spicy Mustard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spicy Mustard 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 Spicy Mustard.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spicy Mustard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spicy Mustard have?
Spicy Mustard 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 Spicy Mustard in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spicy Mustard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spicy Mustard are Citrus Zest by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Buena Vista Gold by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tangy Flavor by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spicy Mustard'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 Spicy Mustard?
Spicy Mustard has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.0, 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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