Ref. #D1C9BA · 14-29
Moth Gray
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Moth Gray Technical Profile
What color is Moth Gray? It's a light warm beige with the hex code #D1C9BA. Colors similar to Moth Gray include Hirshfield's Desert Mirage, Vista Paint Whale Bone, Vista Paint Desert Mirage. Moth Gray has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 59, Moth Gray sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Moth Gray pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Moth Gray
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Desert Mirage
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Whale Bone
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Sandstone Cliff
Behr
Nearly identical
Mushroom
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Inukshuk
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Porous Stone
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Oatbran
Valspar
Nearly identical
Brightray Silver Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
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 belongs to the beige color family.
What colors match Moth Gray from other brands?
The closest matches are Desert Mirage by Hirshfield's (#D2CABC), Whale Bone by Vista Paint (#D1C8B9), Desert Mirage by Vista Paint (#D3CABB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Moth Gray?
Moth Gray has an LRV of 58.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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.