Plateau PPU4-8 is a orange paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #DBC4AA, LRV 57 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cliff's View from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #DBC4AA · PPU4-8
Plateau
57%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Plateau Technical Profile
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Plateau in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Plateau in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPlateau
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsCliff's View
Cliff's View
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Colony Buff
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cocoa Sand
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dapper Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Sandunia
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Oxford Stone
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Flan
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mish Mosh
Valspar
Nearly identical
Westwood
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Tea With Cream
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Plateau
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Plateau
#DBC4AA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B0B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Plateau
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Plateau 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 Plateau.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Plateau — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Plateau have?
Plateau by Behr has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Plateau in your own space before committing.
What colors match Plateau from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Plateau are Cliff's View by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Colony Buff by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cocoa Sand by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Plateau'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 Plateau?
Plateau has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 57.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Plateau's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.