Creamy Hot Cocoa 80YR 36/084 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #AF9F95, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moleskin from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #AF9F95 · 80YR 36/084
Creamy Hot Cocoa
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Creamy Hot Cocoa Technical Profile
HEX Code#AF9F95
RGB175, 159, 149
Estimated LRV36.1
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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Colors That Work With Creamy Hot Cocoa
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Creamy Hot Cocoa
#AF9F95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA985
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Creamy Hot Cocoa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Creamy Hot Cocoa 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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Creamy Hot Cocoa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Creamy Hot Cocoa have?
Creamy Hot Cocoa 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 Creamy Hot Cocoa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Creamy Hot Cocoa are Moleskin by Behr (a close digital match), Wool Coat by Valspar (a close digital match), Truly Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Creamy Hot Cocoa'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 Creamy Hot Cocoa?
Creamy Hot Cocoa has a estimated lightness value of 36.1, 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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