The 2026 PPG Paints Color of the Year is…Warm Mahogany: PPG1060-7

Rich, grounded, and deeply versatile, Warm Mahogany is the solo hue to appear across all four design themes in this forecast - a signal of its rising influence. Its burnished tone evokes heritage but feels distinctly contemporary when used in big doses or sleek designs.

PORTAL

This palette is most impactful when layered with intention—striking a balance between dreamy and grounded, without overwhelming the senses. Lively accents are used sparingly, bringing bursts of energy, while grounding and neutral tones provide structure and support. The softening accents speak to wellness and restoration, offering a quiet counterbalance that complements both commercial and residential settings.

Warm Mahogany PPG1060-7 PPG Paints

Jitterbug PPG1118-4 PPG Paints

Quaking Glass PPG1121-4 PPG Paints

Lovely Lilac PPG1167-4 PPG Paints

Silver Screen PPG1014-3 PPG Paints

Mostly Metal PPG1036-7 PPG Paints

Misty Frost MTL110 PPG Paints

Dusty Trail PPG1097-4 PPG Paints

Blank Canvas PPG1085-1 PPG Paints

Just Gorgeous PPG1047-3 PPG Paints

Sandy Beach PPG1072-2 PPG Paints

Emberglo PPG18-29 PPG Paints

ODE

This palette is a blend of jewel-toned opulence and subtle mineral touches. The energy is poetic and romantic—as if the hues themselves are storied and artfully aged. Stone neutrals bring clarity and balance, helping to ground the palette. These colors thrive in residential settings and add subtle drama and intimacy to commercial environments.

Warm Mahogany PPG1060-7 PPG Paints

Slippery Stone PPG1080-7 PPG Paints

Oakwood Brown PPG1054-6 PPG Paints

Cavalry PPG1041-7 PPG Paints

Stolen Rock PPG0999-6 PPG Paints

Foundry MTL101 PPG Paints

Red Clay PPG16-32 PPG Paints

Charcoal Smoke PPG1033-7 PPG Paints

Totally Topiary MTL127 PPG Paints	Purple Basil PPG1046-7 PPG Paints	Stone Gray PPG1007-3 PPG Paints	Ghost Writer PPG1007-3 PPG Paints
High Salute PPG1039-7 PPG Paints

COLLECTIVE

This palette is layered and expressive, an abundant mix of dramatic shades, lively brights, and pastoral neutrals that are decadent and celebratory. Dramatic shades ground the palette with sophistication, while lively brights inject bursts of energy—best used sparingly in residential spaces or boldly in commercial environments. Pastoral neutrals soften the contrast, offering balance.

Warm Mahogany PPG1060-7 PPG Paints

Briar Rose PPG1050-5 PPG Paints

Mallard Green PPG1132-6 PPG Paints

Stony Creek PPG1097-5 PPG Paints

Bronzed Ginger MTL134 PPG Paints

Welcome Home PPG1092-5 PPG Paints

Golden Saffron MTL138 PPG Paints

Copper Beech PPG1067-5 PPG Paints

Deep Emerald PPG1148-7 PPG Paints	Walden Pond PPG1159-4 PPG Paints	Toffee Crunch PPG1207-4 PPG Paints	Garlic Clove PPG18-09 PPG Paints
Ruby Lips PPG1052-7 PPG Paints

HEIRLOOM

This palette is rooted in tradition and timelessness. The heritage hues recall academic interiors, historic brownstones, and library stacks, evoking a sense of familiarity and refinement. Timeless neutrals offer stability and balance, providing a backdrop for layering textures and materials. Meanwhile, the bolder hues act as deliberate accents—best used sparingly in residential spaces to inject energy into distinguished environments or more expansively in commercial settings.

Warm Mahogany PPG1060-7 PPG Paints

Spiced Cider PPG1068-7 PPG Paints

Starless Sky PPG0995-7 PPG Paints

Delicate White PPG1001-1 PPG Paints

Fallingwater® Red PPG13-02 PPG Paints

Intrigue PPG1019-7 PPG Paints

Sharkskin PPG1025-4 PPG Paints

Smoky Slate PPG1028-4 PPG Paints

Moth Gray PPG1024-4 PPG Paints

Astute MTL130 PPG Paints

Aqua Smoke PPG1034-5 PPG Paints

Momentum PPG1028-6 PPG Paints

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