Transcend 1079-4 is a orange paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C3AC98, estimated LRV 43 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is California Stucco from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C3AC98 · 1079-4
Transcend
43%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Transcend Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3AC98
RGB195, 172, 152
Estimated LRV43.4
UndertoneNeutral
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Color Familyorange
BrandPPG
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Compare alternatives to Transcend
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
California Stucco
Behr
#C5AD9A
Close digital match
Boulder Beige
Valspar
#C1A995
Close digital match
Trail Dust
Dunn-Edwards
#BFAA97
Close digital match
Natural Twine
Dutch Boy
#C3AE99
Close digital match
Farmer'S Tan
Kilz
#C8AE98
Close digital match
Swiss Cream
Vista Paint
#BEA893
Close digital match
Nubuck
Benjamin Moore
#CAB099
Close digital match
Beach House
Sherwin-Williams
#C9B29C
Close digital match
Delicate Honeysweet
Hirshfield's
#BCAB99
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Jitney
Farrow & Ball
#C4B2A2
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Colors That Work With Transcend
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Transcend
#C3AC98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ADAC85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Transcend
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Transcend 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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Transcend — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Transcend have?
Transcend 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 Transcend from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Transcend are California Stucco by Behr (a close digital match), Boulder Beige by Valspar (a close digital match), Trail Dust by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Transcend'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 Transcend?
Transcend has a estimated lightness value of 43.4, 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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