Alligator Pear 70YY 25/200 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #918D69, LRV 26 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Yellow Grey from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #918D69 · 70YY 25/200
Alligator Pear
26%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Alligator Pear Technical Profile
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Alligator Pear in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Alligator Pear in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGAlligator Pear
Nearly identical
RALYellow Grey
Yellow Grey
RAL
Nearly identical
Mississippi Mud
Behr
Nearly identical
Smoked Olive
Valspar
Nearly identical
Sandalwood Tan
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wethersfield Moss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Desert Sage
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Africa
Kilz
Very similar
Sheraton Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Burning Idea
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Glass .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Heuchera Leaf
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Treron
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Alligator Pear
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Alligator Pear
#918D69
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAB82
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Alligator Pear
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Alligator Pear 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 PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Alligator Pear.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Alligator Pear — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Alligator Pear have?
Alligator Pear by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Alligator Pear in your own space before committing.
What colors match Alligator Pear from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alligator Pear are Yellow Grey by RAL (a near-identical match), Mississippi Mud by Behr (a near-identical match), Smoked Olive by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Alligator Pear'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 Alligator Pear?
Alligator Pear has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 26.1, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Alligator Pear's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.