Discover 1021-3 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BDB0A0, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ivory Brown from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BDB0A0 · 1021-3
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44%LRV Value
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Discover in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Discover in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDiscover
Nearly identical
ValsparIvory Brown
Ivory Brown
Valspar
Nearly identical
Grayed Pebble
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Balanced Beige
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Montauk Sands
Behr
Nearly identical
Pismo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cottage Stone
Kilz
Nearly identical
Stucco Relief
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Marshy Habitat
Vista Paint
Very similar
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Discover
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
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#BDB0A0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Discover
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
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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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Discover.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Discover — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Discover have?
Discover by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Discover in your own space before committing.
What colors match Discover from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Discover are Ivory Brown by Valspar (a near-identical match), Grayed Pebble by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Balanced Beige by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Discover'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 Discover?
Discover has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.4, 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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