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Coastal Crush
51%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Coastal Crush Technical Profile
What color is Coastal Crush? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B4C0AF. Colors similar to Coastal Crush include Dunn-Edwards Belize Green, Behr Granite Boulder, Kilz Statue Green. Coastal Crush has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, Coastal Crush sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Coastal Crush 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 Coastal Crush
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Coastal Crush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Coastal Crush
#B4C0AF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Coastal Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Coastal Crush 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 Coastal Crush.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Coastal Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Coastal Crush have?
Coastal Crush by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Coastal Crush from other brands?
The closest matches are Belize Green by Dunn-Edwards (#B9C3B3), Granite Boulder by Behr (#ADBAA9), Statue Green by Kilz (#AEBCAE). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Coastal Crush?
Coastal Crush has an LRV of 50.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Coastal Crush's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.