Brushwood Tan 20YY 31/106 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A39686, estimated LRV 31 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Rain Barrel from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A39686 · 20YY 31/106
Brushwood Tan
31%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Brushwood Tan Technical Profile
HEX Code#A39686
RGB163, 150, 134
Estimated LRV31.3
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
BrandPPG
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#A39688
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#A09483
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#A49688
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Colors That Work With Brushwood Tan
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Brushwood Tan
#A39686
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Brushwood Tan
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Brushwood Tan Room Palettes
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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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Brushwood Tan — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Brushwood Tan have?
Brushwood Tan by PPG 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 Brushwood Tan from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Brushwood Tan are Rain Barrel by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Weimaraner by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Rolling Pebble by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Brushwood Tan'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 Brushwood Tan?
Brushwood Tan has a estimated lightness value of 31.3, 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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