Appalachian Trail 1105-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CFB989, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Camel from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #CFB989 · 1105-5
Appalachian Trail
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Appalachian Trail Technical Profile
HEX Code#CFB989
RGB207, 185, 137
Estimated LRV49.8
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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#D1BC8B
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#CBB584
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Colors That Work With Appalachian Trail
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Appalachian Trail
#CFB989
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Appalachian Trail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Appalachian Trail 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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Appalachian Trail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Appalachian Trail have?
Appalachian Trail by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange 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 Appalachian Trail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Appalachian Trail are Desert Camel by Behr (a close digital match), Wheat Grass by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Sombrero by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Appalachian Trail'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 Appalachian Trail?
Appalachian Trail has a estimated lightness value of 49.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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