Persuasion 1077-3 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C4AE96, LRV 44 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Truffle from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C4AE96 · 1077-3
Persuasion
44%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Persuasion Technical Profile
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Persuasion in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Persuasion in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPersuasion
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreTruffle
Truffle
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Nomadic Desert
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Toasted Wheat
Behr
Nearly identical
Breakwater
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sandal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Moose Mousse
Valspar
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
3am Latte
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Mochatini
Kilz
Very similar
Jitney
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Persuasion
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Persuasion
#C4AE96
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Persuasion
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Persuasion 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 Persuasion.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Persuasion — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Persuasion have?
Persuasion by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Persuasion in your own space before committing.
What colors match Persuasion from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Persuasion are Truffle by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Nomadic Desert by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Toasted Wheat by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Persuasion'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 Persuasion?
Persuasion has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.2, 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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Why Persuasion's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.