Coffee Custard 1047-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AB9B9C, estimated LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Antique Mauve from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AB9B9C · 1047-5
Coffee Custard
35%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Coffee Custard Technical Profile
HEX Code#AB9B9C
RGB171, 155, 156
Estimated LRV34.5
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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#AB9998
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#AF9D9C
Close digital match
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Colors That Work With Coffee Custard
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coffee Custard
#AB9B9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coffee Custard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coffee Custard 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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Coffee Custard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coffee Custard have?
Coffee Custard 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 Coffee Custard from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Coffee Custard are Antique Mauve by Behr (a close digital match), Dusky Hyacinth by Valspar (a close digital match), Violet Vista by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Coffee Custard'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 Coffee Custard?
Coffee Custard has a estimated lightness value of 34.5, 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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