Outback 1088-5 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C9A375, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Buckskin Pony from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C9A375 · 1088-5
Outback
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Outback Technical Profile
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Outback in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Outback in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOutback
Nearly identical
ValsparBuckskin Pony
Buckskin Pony
Valspar
Nearly identical
Vintage Gold
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peanut Butter
Behr
Nearly identical
Cinnamon Toast
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Roxbury Caramel
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Cork Board
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Clay .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Banana Nut
Kilz
Very similar
Tan Plan
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Duster
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Outback
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Outback
#C9A375
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#B1B47E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Outback
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Outback 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 Outback.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Outback — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Outback have?
Outback by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Outback in your own space before committing.
What colors match Outback from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Outback are Buckskin Pony by Valspar (a near-identical match), Vintage Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Cinnamon Toast by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Outback'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 Outback?
Outback has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Outback's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.