Sarsaparilla 1018-7 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5B4C44, estimated LRV 8 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Iced Espresso from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5B4C44 · 1018-7
Sarsaparilla
8%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sarsaparilla Technical Profile
HEX Code#5B4C44
RGB91, 76, 68
Estimated LRV7.8
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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Compare alternatives to Sarsaparilla
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Iced Espresso
Behr
#5A4A42
Close digital match
Chateau Brown
Sherwin-Williams
#5B4B44
Close digital match
Black Walnut
Dunn-Edwards
#5E4F46
Close digital match
Brown Sugar
Benjamin Moore
#574A43
Close digital match
Cabin Plank
Valspar
#5F4F48
Close digital match
Heritage Brown
Dutch Boy
#604E44
Close digital match
Gargoyle
Vista Paint
#5B4F49
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Rawhide
Hirshfield's
#61534B
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#53453C
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Colors That Work With Sarsaparilla
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sarsaparilla
#5B4C44
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7E7854
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sarsaparilla
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sarsaparilla 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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Sarsaparilla — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sarsaparilla have?
Sarsaparilla 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 Sarsaparilla from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sarsaparilla are Iced Espresso by Behr (a close digital match), Chateau Brown by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Black Walnut by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Sarsaparilla'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 Sarsaparilla?
Sarsaparilla has a estimated lightness value of 7.8, 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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