Hitching Post 1070-5 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C48D69, LRV 32 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greek Amber from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C48D69 · 1070-5
Hitching Post
32%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
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Hitching Post in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Hitching Post in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGHitching Post
Nearly identical
ValsparGreek Amber
Greek Amber
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ferrous
Behr
Nearly identical
Peace of Mind
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Potters Clay
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Oak Creek
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Peanut Brittle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sonora Shade
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Topaz Gemstone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beige Red
RAL
Very similar
Adobe Bricks
Kilz
Very similar
Naperon
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Hitching Post
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Hitching Post
#C48D69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B4AE7E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Hitching Post
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Hitching Post 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 Hitching Post.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Hitching Post — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Hitching Post have?
Hitching Post by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Hitching Post in your own space before committing.
What colors match Hitching Post from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Hitching Post are Greek Amber by Valspar (a near-identical match), Ferrous by Behr (a near-identical match), Copper Hide by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Hitching Post'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 Hitching Post?
Hitching Post has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 31.8, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Hitching Post's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.