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Glidden GINGERBREAD PPG1201-6

GINGERBREAD

Glidden

PPG1201-6

About GINGERBREAD by Glidden

Compare GINGERBREAD

Brightness: 29%

Tone: Warm

HEX: #cc8149

RGB: 204, 129, 73

Hue26°

Saturation56%

Lightness54%

Similar Colors by Glidden

These are close matches to GINGERBREAD from the same brand. They keep a similar look and work well in the same type of rooms.

GINGERBREAD

Glidden

PPG1201-6

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about how GINGERBREAD looks in real rooms, how it behaves with light, and how it pairs with other shades.

Is GINGERBREAD PPG1201-6 a warm or cool color?
GINGERBREAD by Glidden is a warm deeper color. It will usually read warm in most homes rather than a sharp pure white.
What type of color is GINGERBREAD?
GINGERBREAD sits in the red or pink family. Its hue is about 26°, which keeps it in that range on the color wheel.
What are the color stats for GINGERBREAD?
Brightness is about 29%. Saturation is around 56%. Lightness (HSL L) is roughly 54%. Hue is close to 26°. The hex value is #cc8149. The RGB value is 204, 129, 73.
Is GINGERBREAD better for dark rooms or bright rooms?
GINGERBREAD has brightness around 29%. It is deeper, so it usually looks best in rooms with fair to strong daylight, where there is enough light to show the color.
Which colors go with GINGERBREAD?
You can match GINGERBREAD with simple whites for trim and ceiling, or with nearby neutrals from the same brand. The similar colors and complementary colors on this page are a good starting point for pairing.
Where does GINGERBREAD work best in a home?
GINGERBREAD works well as an accent on one or two walls, in cozy rooms, or in spaces with stronger daylight where a deeper color will not feel heavy.
How does GINGERBREAD compare to a pure white paint?
GINGERBREAD is softer than a pure untinted white. The warm undertone and deeper color feel more gentle on the eye, so it tends to look calmer and less stark on large walls.

Lighter Shades by Glidden

These lighter shades sit above GINGERBREAD in brightness. They give a softer feel without drifting far from the same family.

GINGERBREAD

Glidden

PPG1201-6

Darker Shades by Glidden

These colors drop a bit below GINGERBREAD in brightness. They can add depth without leaving the same style.

GINGERBREAD

Glidden

PPG1201-6

Complementary Colors by Glidden

These colors sit on the opposite side of the color wheel from GINGERBREAD. They add contrast without clashing.

GINGERBREAD

Glidden

PPG1201-6

Alternate Colors by other brands

These colors from other brands have a similar look to GINGERBREAD. They are helpful if you switch between brands or match to a contractor’s paint line.

Peach Brandy

Benjamin Moore

112

Golden Harvest

Benjamin Moore

2157-20

Amber Wave

Sherwin Williams

SW6657

Cornucopia Tan

Benjamin Moore

119