Tattle Tail 1019-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #80736A, estimated LRV 18 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Chocolate Heart from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #80736A · 1019-6
Tattle Tail
18%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Tattle Tail Technical Profile
HEX Code#80736A
RGB128, 115, 106
Estimated LRV17.9
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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#81746B
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Colors That Work With Tattle Tail
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Tattle Tail
#80736A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5A178
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tattle Tail
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Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tattle Tail Room Palettes
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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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Tattle Tail — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Tattle Tail have?
Tattle Tail 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 Tattle Tail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tattle Tail are Chocolate Heart by Behr (a close digital match), Walnut Shell by Kilz (a close digital match), Grizzly by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Tattle Tail'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 Tattle Tail?
Tattle Tail has a estimated lightness value of 17.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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