Ref. #395648 · 1137-7
Black Spruce
8%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Black Spruce Technical Profile
What color is Black Spruce? It's a dark cool green with the hex code #395648. Colors similar to Black Spruce include MPC Green Trolley, Behr Alpine Trail, Behr Evergreen Bough. Black Spruce has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 8, Black Spruce creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Black Spruce
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Black Spruce
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Black Spruce
#395648
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#4E7474
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Black Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Black Spruce 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 Black Spruce.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Black Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Black Spruce have?
Black Spruce by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Black Spruce from other brands?
The closest matches are Green Trolley by MPC (#375649), Alpine Trail by Behr (#3B5646), Evergreen Bough by Behr (#3B5646). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Black Spruce?
Black Spruce has an LRV of 8.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Black Spruce's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.