Oyster Shell 14-13 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0917E, LRV 29 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bison Beige from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A0917E · 14-13
Oyster Shell
29%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Oyster Shell Technical Profile
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Oyster Shell in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Oyster Shell in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGOyster Shell
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsBison Beige
Bison Beige
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Stone Terrace
Valspar
Nearly identical
Moth Wing
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Cabot
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Clifton Point
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Rolling Pebble
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Tan
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rain Barrel
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Mouse's Back
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Sleeping Cabin
Kilz
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Oyster Shell
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oyster Shell
#A0917E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oyster Shell
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oyster Shell 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 Oyster Shell.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Oyster Shell — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oyster Shell have?
Oyster Shell by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the brown color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Oyster Shell in your own space before committing.
What colors match Oyster Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oyster Shell are Bison Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Stone Terrace by Valspar (a near-identical match), Moth Wing by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Oyster Shell'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 Oyster Shell?
Oyster Shell has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Oyster Shell's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.