Ref. #737C70 · 47
Green Smoke
19%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Green Smoke Technical Profile
What color is Green Smoke? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #737C70. Colors similar to Green Smoke include Dunn-Edwards Boxwood, MPC Golden Sage, PPG Thyme Green. Green Smoke has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Green Smoke creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Green Smoke pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Green Smoke
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Smoke
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Smoke
#737C70
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79A684
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Smoke
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Smoke 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
Similar Farrow & Ball Colors
Other Farrow & Ball colors close to Green Smoke.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Smoke — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Smoke have?
Green Smoke by Farrow & Ball has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Green Smoke from other brands?
The closest matches are Boxwood by Dunn-Edwards (#707B71), Golden Sage by MPC (#747F72), Thyme Green by PPG (#737B6C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Green Smoke?
Green Smoke has an LRV of 19.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Green Smoke's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.