Birch Beige 1094-3 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D9C3A1, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Squire Hill Buff from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #D9C3A1 · 1094-3
Birch Beige
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Birch Beige Technical Profile
HEX Code#D9C3A1
RGB217, 195, 161
Estimated LRV56.4
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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#D6C2A0
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Sweet Parsnip
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#DCC6A6
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#DBC2A0
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#D9C09C
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Golden Buff
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Colors That Work With Birch Beige
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Birch Beige
#D9C3A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADB37F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Birch Beige
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Birch Beige 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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Birch Beige — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Birch Beige have?
Birch Beige 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 Birch Beige from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Birch Beige are Squire Hill Buff by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Pale Wheat by Behr (a close digital match), Spanish Cream by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Birch Beige'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 Birch Beige?
Birch Beige has a estimated lightness value of 56.4, 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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