Karma 1026-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B2A484, estimated LRV 38 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cactus Hill from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B2A484 · 1026-4
Karma
38%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Karma Technical Profile
HEX Code#B2A484
RGB178, 164, 132
Estimated LRV37.7
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familybeige
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Karma
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Karma
#B2A484
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Karma
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Karma 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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Karma — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Karma have?
Karma 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 Karma from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Karma are Cactus Hill by Behr (a close digital match), Garden Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Chamois Tan by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Karma'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 Karma?
Karma has a estimated lightness value of 37.7, 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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