Nettle 1111-4 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #BBAC7D, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Desert Grass from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BBAC7D · 1111-4
Nettle
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nettle Technical Profile
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Nettle in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Nettle in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGNettle
Nearly identical
ValsparDesert Grass
Desert Grass
Valspar
Nearly identical
Star of Gold
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Pocket Watch
Behr
Nearly identical
Star of Gold
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Golden Divan
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Beige
RAL
Very similar
Bamboo Shoot
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Even Growth
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dill Seed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Stone .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nettle
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nettle
#BBAC7D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nettle
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nettle 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 Nettle.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nettle — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nettle have?
Nettle by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Nettle in your own space before committing.
What colors match Nettle from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Nettle are Desert Grass by Valspar (a near-identical match), Star of Gold by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Pocket Watch by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Nettle'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 Nettle?
Nettle has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.6, 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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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 Nettle's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.