Confidence 1078-5 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A98A6B, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jackson Tan from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A98A6B · 1078-5
Confidence
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Confidence Technical Profile
HEX Code#A98A6B
RGB169, 138, 107
Estimated LRV27.7
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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#AB8A6B
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#AD8B6A
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#AE8D6A
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Double Latte
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#A78C71
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#A78B71
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#A28668
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Colors That Work With Confidence
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Confidence
#A98A6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Confidence
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Confidence 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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Confidence — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Confidence have?
Confidence 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 Confidence from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Confidence are Jackson Tan by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Spiced Rum by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Chowning's Tan by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Confidence'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 Confidence?
Confidence has a estimated lightness value of 27.7, 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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