Cedar Brown 10YY 11/087 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #665C50, estimated LRV 11 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Roasted Sepia from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #665C50 · 10YY 11/087
Cedar Brown
11%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cedar Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#665C50
RGB102, 92, 80
Estimated LRV11.1
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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#665A4B
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Colors That Work With Cedar Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cedar Brown
#665C50
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8A8C5D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cedar Brown
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cedar Brown 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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Cedar Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cedar Brown have?
Cedar Brown 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 Cedar Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cedar Brown are Roasted Sepia by Valspar (a close digital match), Downing to Earth by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Raw Cacao Bean by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cedar Brown'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 Cedar Brown?
Cedar Brown has a estimated lightness value of 11.1, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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