Diversion 1021-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A99A89, estimated LRV 33 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kiln Dried from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A99A89 · 1021-4
Diversion
33%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Diversion Technical Profile
HEX Code#A99A89
RGB169, 154, 137
Estimated LRV33.4
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 Familybeige
BrandPPG
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#A89887
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#AB9986
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#AC9A8A
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#AA9B8E
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Colors That Work With Diversion
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Diversion
#A99A89
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Diversion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Diversion Room Palettes
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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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Diversion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Diversion have?
Diversion by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Diversion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Diversion are Kiln Dried by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Winter Meadow by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Young Colt by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Diversion'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 Diversion?
Diversion has a estimated lightness value of 33.4, 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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