Rowhouse Brown 70YR 25/106 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9B857B, estimated LRV 25 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spiced Cocoa from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9B857B · 70YR 25/106
Rowhouse Brown
25%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Rowhouse Brown Technical Profile
HEX Code#9B857B
RGB155, 133, 123
Estimated LRV25.2
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Rowhouse Brown
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rowhouse Brown
#9B857B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA685
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rowhouse Brown
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rowhouse Brown Room Palettes
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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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Rowhouse Brown — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rowhouse Brown have?
Rowhouse Brown by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Rowhouse Brown from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rowhouse Brown are Spiced Cocoa by Kilz (a close digital match), Flower Wood by Behr (a close digital match), Cobblestone Path by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rowhouse Brown'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 Rowhouse Brown?
Rowhouse Brown has a estimated lightness value of 25.2, 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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