Locomotion 1076-5 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #988171, LRV 24 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Dusted Truffle from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #988171 · 1076-5
Locomotion
24%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Locomotion Technical Profile
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Locomotion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Locomotion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLocomotion
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsDusted Truffle
Dusted Truffle
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dry Brown
Behr
Nearly identical
Taupetone
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Creamy Mocha
Valspar
Nearly identical
Java ‘n Cream
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Cobblestone Path
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chocolate Almond
Kilz
Very similar
Elm Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerging Leaf
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Locomotion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Locomotion
#988171
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Locomotion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Locomotion 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 Locomotion.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Locomotion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Locomotion have?
Locomotion by PPG has a neutral 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 Locomotion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Locomotion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Locomotion are Dusted Truffle by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Dry Brown by Behr (a near-identical match), Taupetone by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Locomotion'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 Locomotion?
Locomotion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Locomotion's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.