Ref. #EABC86 · 8002-17C
Glazed Ginger
55%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Glazed Ginger Technical Profile
What color is Glazed Ginger? It's a light warm yellow with the hex code #EABC86. Colors similar to Glazed Ginger include Benjamin Moore Golden Mist, Sherwin-Williams Polvo de Oro, Sherwin-Williams Hubbard Squash. Glazed Ginger has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 55, Glazed Ginger 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 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 Glazed Ginger 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 Glazed Ginger
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Glazed Ginger
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Glazed Ginger
#EABC86
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#C1C46E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Glazed Ginger
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Glazed Ginger 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 Glazed Ginger.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Glazed Ginger — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Glazed Ginger have?
Glazed Ginger by Valspar has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Glazed Ginger from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Mist by Benjamin Moore (#E9BA82), Polvo de Oro by Sherwin-Williams (#E8B87F), Hubbard Squash by Sherwin-Williams (#E9BF8C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Glazed Ginger?
Glazed Ginger has an LRV of 55.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Glazed Ginger's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.