Ref. #C1904C · 8002-22E
Gingerbread
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Gingerbread Technical Profile
What color is Gingerbread? It's a medium warm yellow with the hex code #C1904C. Colors similar to Gingerbread include Hirshfield's Bugle Boy, Vista Paint Bugle Boy, Sherwin-Williams Bosc Pear. Gingerbread has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Gingerbread depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Gingerbread reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Gingerbread
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gingerbread
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gingerbread
#C1904C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B2B77B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gingerbread
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gingerbread 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Gingerbread.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gingerbread — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gingerbread have?
Gingerbread by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Gingerbread from other brands?
The closest matches are Bugle Boy by Hirshfield's (#BB8F4F), Bugle Boy by Vista Paint (#BB904C), Bosc Pear by Sherwin-Williams (#C09056). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gingerbread?
Gingerbread has an LRV of 31.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gingerbread's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.