Winter Cocoa PPG1000-4 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A1978B, estimated LRV 32 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Barnwood Gray from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A1978B · PPG1000-4
Winter Cocoa
32%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Winter Cocoa Technical Profile
HEX Code#A1978B
RGB161, 151, 139
Estimated LRV31.6
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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Colors That Work With Winter Cocoa
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Cocoa
#A1978B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Cocoa
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Cocoa 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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Winter Cocoa — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Cocoa have?
Winter Cocoa 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 Winter Cocoa from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Cocoa are Barnwood Gray by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Coastal Villa by Valspar (a close digital match), Greywood by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winter Cocoa'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 Winter Cocoa?
Winter Cocoa has a estimated lightness value of 31.6, 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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