Ivy League 1228-7 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #007958, LRV 14 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Emerald Pool from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #007958 · 1228-7
Ivy League
14%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ivy League Technical Profile
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Ivy League in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ivy League in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGIvy League
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsEmerald Pool
Emerald Pool
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Irish Clover
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Soapstone
Behr
Nearly identical
Aquadazzle
Vista Paint
Very similar
Green Suede
Valspar
Very similar
Grass Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aquadazzle
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Starboard
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pop Of Green
Kilz
Visible difference
Patina Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ivy League
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ivy League
#007958
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#22728A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ivy League
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ivy League 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 Ivy League.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ivy League — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ivy League have?
Ivy League by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Ivy League in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ivy League from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ivy League are Emerald Pool by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Irish Clover by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Soapstone by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Ivy League'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 Ivy League?
Ivy League has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 14.4, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ivy League's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.