Dark Truffle PPU5-19 is a gray paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #594D46, estimated 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.
Behr · #594D46 · PPU5-19
Dark Truffle
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Dark Truffle Technical Profile
HEX Code#594D46
RGB89, 77, 70
Estimated LRV7.9
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandBehr
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#5B4F49
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#574A43
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Burnt Tile
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#594E49
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#5B4C44
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#5E4F46
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Colors That Work With Dark Truffle
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dark Truffle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dark Truffle are Gargoyle by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Brown Sugar by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Burnt Tile by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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