Moth Gray 1024-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D1C9BA, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Mirage from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D1C9BA · 1024-4
Moth Gray
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moth Gray Technical Profile
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Moth Gray in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Moth Gray in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMoth Gray
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sDesert Mirage
Desert Mirage
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Go Quietly
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Whale Bone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandstone Cliff
Behr
Nearly identical
Mushroom
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Smokey Taupe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sandstone Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Stirabout
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Oatmeal
Kilz
Very similar
Silk Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Moth Gray
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Moth Gray
#D1C9BA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Moth Gray
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Moth Gray 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 Moth Gray.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Moth Gray — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Moth Gray have?
Moth Gray by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Moth Gray in your own space before committing.
What colors match Moth Gray from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Moth Gray are Desert Mirage by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Go Quietly by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Whale Bone by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Moth Gray'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 Moth Gray?
Moth Gray has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.9, 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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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 Moth Gray's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.