PPG Molasses
PPG1079-7 · #76563D · LRV ~10.8
Closest tone in another brand: Glidden Molasses (~98% proximity)Molasses (PPG1079-7) is a deep brown from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 10.8 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Glidden Molasses (~98% proximity).
Closest tone to Molasses in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
10.8 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
PPG1079-7
HEX
#76563D
RGB
118, 86, 61
HSL
26°, 32%, 35%
Family
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Molasses FAQ
What is the LRV of Molasses?
Molasses has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 10.8 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.
What is the closest tone to Molasses in other brands?
Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), ~98% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Charleston Brown (HC-186), ~96% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Saddle Up (SW 9099), ~96% proximity; Behr: Ancient Root (PPU4-20), ~95% proximity; Valspar: Leather & Lace (V088-6), ~95% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Umber Rust (HGSW9100), ~94% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Rodeo (DEA163), ~93% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), ~79% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Molasses?
The HEX code of Molasses (PPG1079-7) is #76563D, RGB 118, 86, 61. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.