Always Avocado 90YY 40/158 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ACAE91, estimated LRV 41 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Estate Sale from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ACAE91 · 90YY 40/158
Always Avocado
41%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Always Avocado Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACAE91
RGB172, 174, 145
Estimated LRV41.1
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Colors That Work With Always Avocado
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Always Avocado
#ACAE91
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#96AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Always Avocado
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Always Avocado 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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Always Avocado — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Always Avocado have?
Always Avocado by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Always Avocado from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Always Avocado are Estate Sale by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Spring Walk by Behr (a close digital match), Almost Sage by Kilz (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Always Avocado'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 Always Avocado?
Always Avocado has a estimated lightness value of 41.1, 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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