Heath Green 1226-4 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9ACDA9, estimated LRV 53 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Caesar Salad from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9ACDA9 · 1226-4
Heath Green
53%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Heath Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#9ACDA9
RGB154, 205, 169
Estimated LRV53.4
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 Familygreen
BrandPPG
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#9CCDAC
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#9ECCA7
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#96D2AC
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Colors That Work With Heath Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Heath Green
#9ACDA9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84AEA5
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Heath Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Heath Green 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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Heath Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Heath Green have?
Heath Green by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Heath Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Heath Green are Caesar Salad by Kilz (a close digital match), Potted Plant by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Nile River by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Heath Green'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 Heath Green?
Heath Green has a estimated lightness value of 53.4, 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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