Dwarf Spruce 1136-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #71847D, estimated 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.
PPG · #71847D · 1136-6
Dwarf Spruce
22%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Dwarf Spruce Technical Profile
HEX Code#71847D
RGB113, 132, 125
Estimated LRV21.5
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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#74857F
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Colors That Work With Dwarf Spruce
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Dwarf Spruce from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dwarf Spruce are Armor by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Studio Blue Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Taiga Spruce by Valspar (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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