Tattle Tail 1019-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #80736A, 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.
Ref. #80736A · 1019-6
Tattle Tail
18%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Tattle Tail Technical Profile
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Tattle Tail in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Tattle Tail in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGTattle Tail
Nearly identical
BehrChocolate Heart
Chocolate Heart
Behr
Nearly identical
Walnut Shell
Kilz
Nearly identical
Rugged Individual
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Summer Sparrow
Valspar
Very similar
Foothills
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Monks Robe
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Beachcomber
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Coastal Fog
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Woodbridge
Vista Paint
Very similar
Broccoli Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Pearl Mouse Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Tattle Tail
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
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Tattle Tail
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Tattle Tail 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 Tattle Tail.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Tattle Tail in your own space before committing.
What colors match Tattle Tail from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Tattle Tail are Chocolate Heart by Behr (a near-identical match), Walnut Shell by Kilz (a near-identical match), Grizzly by Behr (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Tattle Tail's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.