Buffalo Hide 1105-6 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BB9F6A, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Almond Toast from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BB9F6A · 1105-6
Buffalo Hide
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Buffalo Hide Technical Profile
HEX Code#BB9F6A
RGB187, 159, 106
Estimated LRV36.4
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 Familybrown
BrandPPG
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#BCA16C
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Colors That Work With Buffalo Hide
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Buffalo Hide
#BB9F6A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A9B082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Buffalo Hide
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Buffalo Hide 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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Buffalo Hide — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Buffalo Hide have?
Buffalo Hide by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown 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 Buffalo Hide from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Buffalo Hide are Almond Toast by Behr (a close digital match), Duster by Farrow & Ball (a close digital match), Antique Treasure by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Buffalo Hide'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 Buffalo Hide?
Buffalo Hide has a estimated lightness value of 36.4, 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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