Licorice 1009-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #4E4F48, estimated LRV 8 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Oyster Catch from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #4E4F48 · 1009-7
Licorice
8%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Licorice Technical Profile
HEX Code#4E4F48
RGB78, 79, 72
Estimated LRV7.7
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#4A4C45
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Deep River
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#4C4F4B
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Colors That Work With Licorice
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Licorice
#4E4F48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5F7951
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Licorice
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Licorice 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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Licorice — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Licorice have?
Licorice by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Licorice from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Licorice are Oyster Catch by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Dark Moon by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Iron River by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Licorice'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 Licorice?
Licorice has a estimated lightness value of 7.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Licorice's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.