Cyprus Grass 50YY 49/191 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #C8BC99, estimated LRV 51 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tea Bag from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #C8BC99 · 50YY 49/191
Cyprus Grass
51%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Cyprus Grass Technical Profile
HEX Code#C8BC99
RGB200, 188, 153
Estimated LRV50.5
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familybeige
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Cyprus Grass
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cyprus Grass
#C8BC99
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A3AD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cyprus Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cyprus Grass 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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Cyprus Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cyprus Grass have?
Cyprus Grass by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige 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 Cyprus Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cyprus Grass are Tea Bag by Behr (a close digital match), Stone Pedestal by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Tea Bag by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Cyprus Grass'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 Cyprus Grass?
Cyprus Grass has a estimated lightness value of 50.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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