Alligator Pear 70YY 25/200 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #918D69, estimated 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.
PPG · #918D69 · 70YY 25/200
Alligator Pear
26%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Alligator Pear Technical Profile
HEX Code#918D69
RGB145, 141, 105
Estimated LRV26.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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#8F8B66
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Colors That Work With Alligator Pear
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Alligator Pear from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Alligator Pear are Yellow Grey by RAL (a close digital match), Mississippi Mud by Behr (a close digital match), Smoked Olive by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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