Dark Truffle PPU5-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #594D46, LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gargoyle from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #594D46 · PPU5-19
Dark Truffle
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dark Truffle Technical Profile
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Dark Truffle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dark Truffle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrDark Truffle
Nearly identical
Vista PaintGargoyle
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brown Sugar
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Burnt Tile
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sarsaparilla
PPG
Nearly identical
Black Walnut
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rawhide
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Bittersweet Brown
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Terra Brown
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dark Truffle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dark Truffle
#594D46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E7854
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dark Truffle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dark Truffle 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Dark Truffle.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dark Truffle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dark Truffle have?
Dark Truffle by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dark Truffle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dark Truffle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Truffle are Gargoyle by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Brown Sugar by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Burnt Tile by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dark Truffle's look from a brand your local store carries. Confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Dark Truffle?
Dark Truffle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 7.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dark Truffle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.