PPG • PPG1058-3

Tangy Taffy

Name: PPG Tangy Taffy PPG1058-3
Brand: PPG

Often used for its versatile and reflective qualities, Tangy Taffy remains a staple for PPG designers. It is widely considered one of the best colors in its class to provide a clean, timeless feel that works across various lighting conditions. We've gathered 10 real-home scenarios to help you visualize this color alongside our expert data.

Hex

#e7cac3

LRV

62.00

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Light Reflectance Value

62.00

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Tangy Taffy's Color Strip

Tangy Taffy is the third shade on this 7-color strip, sitting between Cameo Peach and Mesa Pink. The strip spans from Potpourri at the lightest end to Autumn Ridge at the deepest. As part of strip PPG1058, these colors are curated to work together — helpful when you're deciding how light or deep to go.

1Potpourri 2Cameo Peach 3Tangy Taffy

4Mesa Pink 5Sunstone 6Pizza Pie 7Autumn Ridge

Tangy Taffy in Real Rooms

Tangy Taffy has a high LRV of 62 — it reflects a lot of light and will read pale and airy in most spaces.

1 Bathroom Photo

Small bathrooms amplify whatever color is on the wall, which makes the choice more consequential than it first appears. Tangy Taffy has enough depth to register without closing the room in, and it plays well with white subway tile or warm wood accents.

Tangy Taffy — earthy bathroom

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1 Dining Room Photo

In a formal dining room, Tangy Taffy provides a sophisticated backdrop for artwork and large-scale mirrors. The color's depth helps to "absorb" the room's edges, making the flickering light of candles and the sparkle of glassware the stars of the show.

Tangy Taffy paint in a art deco dining room

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1 House Photo

In suburban environments, Tangy Taffy provides a sophisticated point of difference. It stands out from the sea of beige and grey without being "that house" that's too loud. It's the subtle, high-end choice that improves the curb appeal of the entire block.

Tangy Taffy color — eclectic house inspiration

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1 Mudroom Photo

Tangy Taffy is the perfect partner for durable flooring like slate, brick, or terracotta. It picks up the earthy tones in these materials, creating a mudroom that feels cohesive, rugged, and ready for whatever the weather brings in.

Tangy Taffy paint in a small mudroom

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1 Kitchen Photo

For smaller kitchens, Tangy Taffy can be used to create a "jewel box" effect. By painting the walls and trim in this same shade, you eliminate visual breaks, making the room feel more expansive and sophisticated despite its modest footprint.

Tangy Taffy — earthy kitchen

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1 Bedroom Photo

Pairing Tangy Taffy with tonal textures—like a silk rug or a bouclé chair—creates a layered, monochromatic look that is the height of sophistication for a bedroom. It proves that you don't need high-contrast colors to create a room that feels high-design and deeply personal.

A art deco bedroom painted in Tangy Taffy

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1 Home Office Photo

In a multi-use room where an office corner is required, Tangy Taffy can be used to "zone" the desk area. By painting just that section, you create a visual boundary that separates your professional life from your personal space.

PPG Tangy Taffy in a scandinavian home office

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1 Living Room Photo

For open-concept living rooms, Tangy Taffy is a powerful tool for definition. It has enough presence to signal where the living area begins without creating a harsh visual break from the rest of the house. It defines the "zone" of relaxation through color psychology and sophisticated depth.

A cozy living room painted in Tangy Taffy

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1 Patio Photo

Outside, Tangy Taffy takes on a completely different life. Whether on deck boards, patio furniture, a fence, or a garden wall, it weathers beautifully and holds its character in open light. It is a natural companion to stone, weathered wood, and greenery.

coastal patio featuring Tangy Taffy by PPG

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1 Front Door Photo

A front door in Tangy Taffy changes the entire read of a facade without requiring a renovation. The color is strong enough to register from the street but refined enough not to feel like a statement for its own sake. It's the "handshake" of the home.