Ref. #A8946B · 1100-5
Sweet Sparrow
31%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Sweet Sparrow Technical Profile
What color is Sweet Sparrow? It's a medium warm brown with the hex code #A8946B. Colors similar to Sweet Sparrow include Behr Cliff Rock, Vista Paint There's No Place Like Home, Behr Eco Green. Sweet Sparrow has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 31 gives Sweet Sparrow depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Sweet Sparrow pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Sweet Sparrow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Cliff Rock
Behr
Nearly identical
There's No Place Like Home
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
There's No Place Like Home
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Woodstock Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Gold Alloy Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Rattan Basket
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Brussels Sprouts
Valspar
Nearly identical
Burlap
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Sparrow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Sparrow
#A8946B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A6AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Sparrow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Sparrow 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 Sweet Sparrow.
More brown colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the brown family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Sparrow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Sparrow have?
Sweet Sparrow by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the brown color family.
What colors match Sweet Sparrow from other brands?
The closest matches are Cliff Rock by Behr (#AB976D), There's No Place Like Home by Vista Paint (#AA9365), Eco Green by Behr (#A89669). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Sweet Sparrow?
Sweet Sparrow has an LRV of 30.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Sweet Sparrow's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.