PPG Leather
PPG15-14 · #5E3F1E · LRV ~6
Closest tone in another brand: Valspar Hickory Chips (~91% proximity)Leather (PPG15-14) is a deep brown from PPG, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Valspar Hickory Chips (~91% proximity).
Closest tone to Leather in other brands
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LRV (estimated)
6 · Very dark
Temperature
Warm
Code
PPG15-14
HEX
#5E3F1E
RGB
94, 63, 30
HSL
31°, 52%, 24%
Family
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Leather FAQ
What is the LRV of Leather?
Leather has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6 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 Leather in other brands?
Valspar: Hickory Chips (M247), ~91% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (SW 6097), ~90% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Sturdy Brown (HGSW6097), ~90% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Charleston Brown (HC-186), ~80% proximity; Glidden: Molasses (PPG1079-7), ~77% proximity; Behr: Ancient Root (PPU4-20), ~77% proximity; Dunn-Edwards: Rich Mocha (DEA159), ~73% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Etruscan Red (No. 56), ~65% 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 Leather?
The HEX code of Leather (PPG15-14) is #5E3F1E, RGB 94, 63, 30. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.