Wilderness 11-26 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #838463, estimated LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Taffeta Sheen from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #838463 · 11-26
Wilderness
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wilderness Technical Profile
HEX Code#838463
RGB131, 132, 99
Estimated LRV22.2
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 →
Taffeta Sheen
Hirshfield's
#81825F
Close digital match
Taffeta Sheen
Vista Paint
#81835F
Close digital match
Green Scene
Dunn-Edwards
#858365
Close digital match
Eucalyptus Leaf
Benjamin Moore
#84865F
Close digital match
Artichoke
Sherwin-Williams
#7F8266
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Candied Lime
Valspar
#7E7F5A
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Martini Olive
Behr
#84825A
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#7D8366
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#79805A
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#8F8B66
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#747C51
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Colors That Work With Wilderness
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wilderness
#838463
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CA476
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wilderness
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wilderness 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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Wilderness — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wilderness have?
Wilderness by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Wilderness from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wilderness are Taffeta Sheen by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Taffeta Sheen by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Green Scene by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Wilderness'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 Wilderness?
Wilderness has a estimated lightness value of 22.2, 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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