Ref. #728478 · 1135-6
Calabash Clash
21%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Calabash Clash Technical Profile
What color is Calabash Clash? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #728478. Colors similar to Calabash Clash include Sherwin-Williams Rookwood Blue Green, Valspar Salty Sea, Vista Paint Green Shadow. Calabash Clash has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 21, Calabash Clash 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, Calabash Clash 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. 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.
Colors Similar to Calabash Clash
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Calabash Clash
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Calabash Clash
#728478
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7FAAA3
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Calabash Clash
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Calabash Clash 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 Calabash Clash.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Calabash Clash — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Calabash Clash have?
Calabash Clash by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Calabash Clash from other brands?
The closest matches are Rookwood Blue Green by Sherwin-Williams (#738478), Salty Sea by Valspar (#748377), Green Shadow by Vista Paint (#768477). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Calabash Clash?
Calabash Clash has an LRV of 21.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Calabash Clash's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.