Patches 1024-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8A7D6B, LRV 21 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hiking Trail from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8A7D6B · 1024-6
Patches
21%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Patches Technical Profile
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Patches in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Patches in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPatches
Nearly identical
BehrHiking Trail
Hiking Trail
Behr
Nearly identical
Habitat
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Stampede
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Shelled Nut
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Stone Cottage
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Safari Beige
Valspar
Nearly identical
Moonscape
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cowboy Hat
Kilz
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Patches
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Patches
#8A7D6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6A97F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Patches
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Patches 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 Patches.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Patches — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Patches have?
Patches 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 Patches in your own space before committing.
What colors match Patches from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Patches are Hiking Trail by Behr (a near-identical match), Habitat by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Native Soil by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Patches'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 Patches?
Patches has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Patches's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.