Subdued 1015-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #CCB8B3, LRV 50 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Batik from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CCB8B3 · 1015-4
Subdued
50%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Subdued Technical Profile
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Subdued in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Subdued in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSubdued
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBatik
Batik
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mauve Star
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Dusky Trail
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Cathedral Morning
Valspar
Nearly identical
Soufflé
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Balcony Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Wafting Gray
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Artistic Taupe
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dove Feather
Kilz
Very similar
Peignoir
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Subdued
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Subdued
#CCB8B3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA185
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Subdued
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Subdued 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 Subdued.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Subdued — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Subdued have?
Subdued by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Subdued in your own space before committing.
What colors match Subdued from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Subdued are Batik by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mauve Star by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Sonoma Clay by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Subdued'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 Subdued?
Subdued has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 50.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Subdued's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.