Subtle Suede 1099-4 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #D0BD94, estimated 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.
PPG · #D0BD94 · 1099-4
Subtle Suede
52%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Subtle Suede Technical Profile
HEX Code#D0BD94
RGB208, 189, 148
Estimated LRV51.9
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 Familyorange
BrandPPG
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#D1BF98
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#D2C199
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#CEB993
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#D0BA94
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Colors That Work With Subtle Suede
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Subtle Suede from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Subtle Suede are Bone Meal by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Palmetto Bluff by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Western Wear by Vista Paint (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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