Catnip 1139-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #80AA95, estimated LRV 36 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gardening Girl from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #80AA95 · 1139-4
Catnip
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Catnip Technical Profile
HEX Code#80AA95
RGB128, 170, 149
Estimated LRV35.5
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy → Matching a different color? Start a new paint color match.
Gardening Girl
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#7BA994
Nearly identical
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#80B09A
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#88AC94
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#78AC93
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#81A595
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#83A492
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#81B39C
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#84B59C
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Colors That Work With Catnip
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Catnip
#80AA95
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Catnip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Catnip 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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Catnip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catnip have?
Catnip 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 Catnip from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Catnip are Gardening Girl by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data), Tarragon Tease by Vista Paint (nearly identical in our digital data), Fragrant Herbs by Kilz (nearly identical in our digital data) — the best options for getting Catnip'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 Catnip?
Catnip has a estimated lightness value of 35.5, 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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