Ref. #A0A667 · 1118-5
Always Apple
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Always Apple Technical Profile
What color is Always Apple? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #A0A667. Colors similar to Always Apple include Dunn-Edwards Spanish Olive, Benjamin Moore Medieval Times, Hirshfield's Peter Pan. Always Apple has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 36 gives Always Apple depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Always Apple reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Always Apple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Always Apple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Apple
#A0A667
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Apple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always Apple 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 Always Apple.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Always Apple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Apple have?
Always Apple by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Always Apple from other brands?
The closest matches are Spanish Olive by Dunn-Edwards (#A1A867), Medieval Times by Benjamin Moore (#A2A565), Peter Pan by Hirshfield's (#A5A966). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Always Apple?
Always Apple has an LRV of 35.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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