Awning Stripe Green works as a warm neutral anchor — pairs cleanly with most existing palettes and reads forgiving across lighting conditions. At LRV 23 it reads as a deep, enveloping shade — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Skip it if you want a crisp, cool-modern look, or in rooms with heavy north light that can pull its warmth slightly muddy.
Ref. #708973 · 70GY 22/165
Awning Stripe Green
23%LRV Value
Awning Stripe Green Technical Profile
What color is PPG Awning Stripe Green (70GY 22/165)? It's a deep warm gray — hex #708973, LRV 23. The closest cross-brand equivalent to Awning Stripe Green is Sherwin-Williams Gallery Green — a near-identical match on the wall, with Valspar Pine Green and Kilz Bitter Arugula also close. With an LRV of 23, Awning Stripe Green 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, Awning Stripe Green 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. As a deeper neutral, Awning Stripe Green reads as a confident anchor — strongest on accent walls, cabinetry, and moody whole rooms that get enough natural light to keep it from going flat. 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. Deeper neutrals can read close to black in low light, so preview Awning Stripe Green in the room's actual evening lighting, not just at midday.
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Colors Similar to Awning Stripe Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Awning Stripe Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Awning Stripe Green
#708973
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81AB9B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Awning Stripe Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Awning Stripe Green 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 Awning Stripe Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Awning Stripe Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What colors match Awning Stripe Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Awning Stripe Green are Gallery Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Pine Green by Valspar (a near-identical match), Bitter Arugula by Kilz (a near-identical match). These are ranked with the CIEDE2000 color-difference formula, which scores how similar two colors actually look to the eye rather than matching them by name — so they're the best options for getting Awning Stripe Green's look in a brand your local store carries. Always confirm with a physical sample, since sheen and lighting shift the final result.
What is the LRV of Awning Stripe Green?
Awning Stripe Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white. That makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. LRV is the most reliable guide to how light or dark a paint will read in a real room — more dependable than the swatch on your screen, which varies by monitor.
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Flat, eggshell, satin, or semi-gloss — the right finish for Awning Stripe Green depends on the room. Here's how to choose.