Talavera 1018-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A0928B, estimated LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Armadillo from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A0928B · 1018-5
Talavera
30%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Talavera Technical Profile
HEX Code#A0928B
RGB160, 146, 139
Estimated LRV29.9
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Armadillo
Sherwin-Williams
#9E9089
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#9F938F
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#9D928A
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#9F8F85
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#A08F85
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#A49489
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Colors That Work With Talavera
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Talavera
#A0928B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADA785
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Talavera
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Talavera 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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Talavera — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Talavera have?
Talavera 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 Talavera from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Talavera are Armadillo by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Channel Seal Gray by Valspar (a close digital match), Portobello Mushroom by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Talavera'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 Talavera?
Talavera has a estimated lightness value of 29.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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