Dwarf Spruce 1136-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #71847D, LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Armor from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #71847D · 1136-6
Dwarf Spruce
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dwarf Spruce Technical Profile
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Dwarf Spruce in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dwarf Spruce in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGDwarf Spruce
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsArmor
Armor
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Studio Blue Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Taiga Spruce
Valspar
Nearly identical
Gray Pepper
Behr
Nearly identical
Cedar Mountains
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
In the Brush
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Green Shadow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Earthen Cheer
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Lincoln Green
Kilz
Very similar
Green Smoke
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Stone .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Cement Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dwarf Spruce
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dwarf Spruce
#71847D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7FA4A9
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dwarf Spruce
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dwarf Spruce 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 Dwarf Spruce.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dwarf Spruce — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dwarf Spruce have?
Dwarf Spruce by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Dwarf Spruce in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dwarf Spruce from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dwarf Spruce are Armor by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Studio Blue Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Taiga Spruce by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dwarf Spruce'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 Dwarf Spruce?
Dwarf Spruce has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 21.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dwarf Spruce's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.