Oyster Shell 14-13 is a brown paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0917E, estimated 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.
PPG · #A0917E · 14-13
Oyster Shell
29%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Oyster Shell Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0917E
RGB160, 145, 126
Estimated LRV29.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familybrown
BrandPPG
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#9F9180
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Colors That Work With Oyster Shell
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Oyster Shell from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oyster Shell are Bison Beige by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Stone Terrace by Valspar (a close digital match), Moth Wing by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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