Prairie Dust 1102-4 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B9AB8F, estimated LRV 41 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Greenbrier Beige from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #B9AB8F · 1102-4
Prairie Dust
41%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Choosing PPG Prairie Dust
Use the Prairie Dust code 1102-4 when asking a retailer about availability. If substituting a different brand, order its own sample rather than relying on a shared color name.
Start with these digital candidates
- Benjamin Moore Greenbrier Beige #BCAC8F
- Dunn-Edwards Sepia Tone #B8A88A
- Sherwin-Williams Sleepy Owlet #B5A78D
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Prairie Dust Technical Profile
HEX Code#B9AB8F
RGB185, 171, 143
Estimated LRV41.4
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 Familybeige
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Prairie Dust
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Greenbrier Beige
Benjamin Moore
#BCAC8F
Close digital match
Sepia Tone
Dunn-Edwards
#B8A88A
Close digital match
Sleepy Owlet
Sherwin-Williams
#B5A78D
Close digital match
Nile Sand
Behr
#BAAC94
Close digital match
Metal .02
Colorhouse
#BDB091
Close digital match
Travertine Path
Hirshfield's
#B5AB8F
Close digital match
Travertine Path
Vista Paint
#B4AA8D
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Dutch Boy
#B8A992
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#B9AB88
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Kilz
#B3A997
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#B4A693
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Colors That Work With Prairie Dust
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Prairie Dust
#B9AB8F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A7AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Prairie Dust
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Prairie Dust 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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Prairie Dust — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Prairie Dust have?
Prairie Dust by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Prairie Dust from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Prairie Dust are Greenbrier Beige by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sepia Tone by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Sleepy Owlet by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Prairie Dust'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 Prairie Dust?
Prairie Dust has a estimated lightness value of 41.4, 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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