Mid Day Mocha 80YR 42/073 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BCACA4, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crushed Stone from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #BCACA4 · 80YR 42/073
Mid Day Mocha
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mid Day Mocha Technical Profile
HEX Code#BCACA4
RGB188, 172, 164
Estimated LRV42.9
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Mid Day Mocha
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mid Day Mocha
#BCACA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mid Day Mocha
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mid Day Mocha Room Palettes
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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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Mid Day Mocha — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mid Day Mocha have?
Mid Day Mocha by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Mid Day Mocha from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mid Day Mocha are Crushed Stone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sandlot Gray by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Temperate Taupe by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mid Day Mocha'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 Mid Day Mocha?
Mid Day Mocha has a estimated lightness value of 42.9, 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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