Subtle Suede 1099-4 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0BD94, LRV 52 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Bone Meal from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D0BD94 · 1099-4
Subtle Suede
52%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Subtle Suede Technical Profile
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Subtle Suede in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Subtle Suede in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSubtle Suede
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyBone Meal
Bone Meal
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Palmetto Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Candle Glow
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Curious Collection
Behr
Nearly identical
Palmetto Bluff
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Ecru
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pale Ale
Kilz
Nearly identical
Cord
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Grain Mill
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dining Room Gold
Valspar
Very similar
Grain .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Subtle Suede
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Subtle Suede
#D0BD94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A8B181
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Subtle Suede
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Subtle Suede 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 Subtle Suede.
More orange colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the orange family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Subtle Suede — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Subtle Suede have?
Subtle Suede by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the orange color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Subtle Suede in your own space before committing.
What colors match Subtle Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Subtle Suede are Bone Meal by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Palmetto Bluff by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Western Wear by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Subtle Suede'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 Subtle Suede?
Subtle Suede has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 51.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Subtle Suede's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.