Paint Color Lab Toasted Almond PPG 1097-3
PPG Toasted Almond (PPG1097-3) has an LRV of 61 and a warm yellow undertone, closest to Behr Spanish Sand (OR-W07).
- LRV
- 61light reflectance, 0–100
- Undertone
- Warm (yellow)calculated from Lab
- Hex
- #DACFBA
- RGB
- 218, 207, 186
- CIE Lab
- 83.5 / 0.3 / 11.8D65, from hex
- Depth
- Light
Closest matches to Toasted Almond in other brands
Ranked by CIEDE2000 colour difference (ΔE). Under 1 is near-identical; under 2 is hard to tell apart on a wall.
| Color | Brand | LRV | ΔE 2000 | How close |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spanish Sand Behr OR-W07 | Behr | 64 | 1.1 | very close |
| Manchester Tan BM HC-81 | Benjamin Moore | 63.24 | 1.3 | very close |
| Canvas Tan SW 7531 | Sherwin-Williams | 64 | 1.3 | very close |
| Muslin BM OC-12 | Benjamin Moore | 66.54 | 1.7 | very close |
| Almond Wisp Behr PPU5-12 | Behr | 60 | 2.2 | close, visible side by side |
| Natural Linen SW 9109 | Sherwin-Williams | 66 | 2.6 | close, visible side by side |
| Warm Putty Valspar 6006-1A | Valspar | 64.8 | 3.2 | close, visible side by side |
| Cream In My Coffee Valspar 3003-10C | Valspar | 72.31 | 3.6 | close, visible side by side |
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Toasted Almond on a wall
About Toasted Almond
PPG Toasted Almond (PPG1097-3) LRV and undertone
PPG Toasted Almond (PPG1097-3) has an LRV of 61, placing it in the light range. Light reflectance value measures how much visible light a paint color reflects. At this level, Toasted Almond reflects more light than mid-tone colors, though the room’s window size, orientation, and other finishes still affect perceived brightness. Its color family is beige, with a calculated warm yellow undertone. This combination separates it from neutral grays and cooler beige shades. Under cooler north-facing daylight, the warmth may appear less pronounced; in rooms with warmer southern light, yellow undertones may become more apparent. When comparing wall colors, view a sample next to white trim and the room’s flooring to see how the undertone reads in context.
PPG Toasted Almond in other brands
Behr Spanish Sand (OR-W07) has an LRV of 64 and a ΔE of 1.1, indicating a very close match. Benjamin Moore Manchester Tan (HC-81) has an LRV of 63.24 and a ΔE of 1.3, also very close. Sherwin-Williams Canvas Tan (SW 7531) has an LRV of 64 and a ΔE of 1.3. Benjamin Moore Muslin (OC-12) measures LRV 66.54 and ΔE 1.6, making it another very close alternative. Behr Almond Wisp (PPU5-12) has an LRV of 60 and a ΔE of 2.2, which indicates a close but visible difference. These figures compare color measurements rather than guaranteeing identical results across paint formulas, finishes, or lighting conditions. Testing physical samples remains useful before selecting a substitute.
Lighter and darker PPG alternatives
PPG Antique White (PPG1024-2) has an LRV of 72, eleven points above Toasted Almond, so it is the lighter same-brand option listed here. Its ΔE of 3.3 indicates a close but visible difference. PPG Hourglass (PPG1022-1), at LRV 75, reflects even more light and may suit spaces where a brighter wall color is needed. For a darker choice, PPG Whiskers (PPG1025-3) has an LRV of 60, just one point lower, although its ΔE of 4.6 makes it only similar. PPG Pony Tail (PPG1086-4) has an LRV of 50, eleven points lower, providing a more substantial reduction in reflectance. A darker color may work where stronger visual depth is desired, but it can look heavier in low-light rooms. Test samples on multiple walls before committing to a full application.
Before you buy, compare a physical sample with the swatch on PPG’s page for Toasted Almond.
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Hex, RGB and LRV (as published) from PPG's page for this color, checked October 24, 2026. Lab, undertone and ΔE are our calculations. Not affiliated with PPG. See how we measure colors.