Evening Emerald 1144-6 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #56736F, estimated LRV 15 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Shady Palm from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #56736F · 1144-6
Evening Emerald
15%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Evening Emerald Technical Profile
HEX Code#56736F
RGB86, 115, 111
Estimated LRV15.4
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 Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Evening Emerald
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Evening Emerald
#56736F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#658597
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Evening Emerald
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Evening Emerald 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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Evening Emerald — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Evening Emerald have?
Evening Emerald by PPG has a neutral 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 Evening Emerald from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Evening Emerald are Shady Palm by Valspar (a close digital match), Stone Bridge by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Noble Fir by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Evening Emerald'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 Evening Emerald?
Evening Emerald has a estimated lightness value of 15.4, 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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