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PPG Carob Chip

PPG1047-7 · #5B484B · LRV 7.4

Compare with other brands: Glidden Carob Chip is a 99% match

Carob Chip (PPG1047-7) is a deep red from PPG with no strong undertone. Its LRV is about 7.4 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest match in another brand is Glidden Carob Chip (99% match).

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LRV

7.4 · Very dark

Undertone

None (neutral)

Temperature

Warm

Code

PPG1047-7

HEX

#5B484B

RGB

91, 72, 75

HSL

351°, 12%, 32%

Family

Reds

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Carob Chip FAQ

What undertone does Carob Chip have?

Carob Chip has no strong undertone: it reads as a deep red. Its color temperature is warm. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.

What is the LRV of Carob Chip?

Carob Chip has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 7.4 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting.

What is the closest match to Carob Chip in other brands?

Glidden: Carob Chip (PPG1047-7), 99%; Dunn-Edwards: Plum Pudding Mahogany (DESS01), 96%; Valspar: Sweet Currant (1001-7A), 96%; Benjamin Moore: Vintage Wine (2116-20), 95%; Behr: Aubergine (N100-7), 94%; Farrow & Ball: Brinjal (No. 222), 94%; Sherwin-Williams: Plum Brown (SW 6272), 90%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Plum Brown (HGSW6272), 90%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Carob Chip?

The HEX code of Carob Chip (PPG1047-7) is #5B484B, RGB 91, 72, 75. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.