Highland Plains Neutral 10YY 41/175 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C2AA8E, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is 3am Latte from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C2AA8E · 10YY 41/175
Highland Plains Neutral
42%LRV Value
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Highland Plains Neutral Technical Profile
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Highland Plains Neutral in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Highland Plains Neutral in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHighland Plains Neutral
Nearly identical
Hirshfield's3am Latte
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Townhall Tan
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Brookline Beige
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Leatherbound
Valspar
Nearly identical
Perfect Beige
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Woven Straw
Behr
Nearly identical
Mochatini
Kilz
Very similar
Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Gray
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Highland Plains Neutral
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Highland Plains Neutral
#C2AA8E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Highland Plains Neutral
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Highland Plains Neutral 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Highland Plains Neutral.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Highland Plains Neutral — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Highland Plains Neutral have?
Highland Plains Neutral 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 Highland Plains Neutral in your own space before committing.
What colors match Highland Plains Neutral from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Highland Plains Neutral are 3am Latte by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Townhall Tan by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), 3am Latte by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Highland Plains Neutral'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 Highland Plains Neutral?
Highland Plains Neutral has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.2, 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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