Mocha Bisque 90YR 49/085 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9B9AE, estimated LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Armadillo from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C9B9AE · 90YR 49/085
Mocha Bisque
50%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mocha Bisque Technical Profile
HEX Code#C9B9AE
RGB201, 185, 174
Estimated LRV50.2
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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Compare alternatives to Mocha Bisque
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Armadillo
Behr
#C9B9AE
Close digital match
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#CCBCB0
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#C6B8AD
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#C5B7AD
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Bona Fide Beige
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#CBB9AB
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Colors That Work With Mocha Bisque
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mocha Bisque
#C9B9AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAA85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mocha Bisque
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mocha Bisque 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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Mocha Bisque — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mocha Bisque have?
Mocha Bisque 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 Mocha Bisque from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mocha Bisque are Armadillo by Behr (a close digital match), Dust Bunny by Valspar (a close digital match), Knitting Basket by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mocha Bisque'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 Mocha Bisque?
Mocha Bisque has a estimated lightness value of 50.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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