Donnegal 1138-4 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #8CAEA3, LRV 39 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Peg's Promise from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8CAEA3 · 1138-4
Donnegal
39%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Donnegal Technical Profile
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Donnegal in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Donnegal in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDonnegal
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sPeg's Promise
Peg's Promise
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Peg’s Promise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Vintage Vessel
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dusk Blue
Behr
Nearly identical
Treetop
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Everglades
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hipster Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Winchester Green
Kilz
Very similar
Valley Haze
Valspar
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Donnegal
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Donnegal
#8CAEA3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A6AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Donnegal
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Donnegal 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 Donnegal.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Donnegal — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Donnegal have?
Donnegal by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Donnegal in your own space before committing.
What colors match Donnegal from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Donnegal are Peg's Promise by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Peg’s Promise by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Longfellow by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Donnegal'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 Donnegal?
Donnegal has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.5, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Donnegal's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.