Obligation 1135-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #54645C, 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.
Ref. #54645C · 1135-7
Obligation
12%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Obligation Technical Profile
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Obligation in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Obligation in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGObligation
Nearly identical
BehrNorthern Glen
Northern Glen
Behr
Nearly identical
Canadian Fir
Valspar
Nearly identical
Hazelwood
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Deep in the Jungle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Hazelwood
Vista Paint
Very similar
Dakota Shadow
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Culinary Herbs
Kilz
Very similar
Succulent
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Preserved Moss
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Douter
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Obligation
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
Pure 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Obligation.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Obligation — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Obligation have?
Obligation by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Obligation in your own space before committing.
What colors match Obligation from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Obligation are Northern Glen by Behr (a near-identical match), Canadian Fir by Valspar (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why Obligation's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.