Obligation 1135-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #54645C, estimated LRV 12 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Northern Glen from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #54645C · 1135-7
Obligation
12%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Obligation Technical Profile
HEX Code#54645C
RGB84, 100, 92
Estimated LRV11.8
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Obligation
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Obligation
#54645C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#5E8D8D
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Obligation
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Obligation 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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Obligation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Obligation have?
Obligation by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Obligation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Obligation are Northern Glen by Behr (a close digital match), Canadian Fir by Valspar (a close digital match), Thalo Night by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Obligation'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 Obligation?
Obligation has a estimated lightness value of 11.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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