Lively Ivy 11-30 is a beige paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B3AE87, LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tarragon Tease from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B3AE87 · 11-30
Lively Ivy
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Lively Ivy Technical Profile
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Lively Ivy in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Lively Ivy in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGLively Ivy
Nearly identical
BehrTarragon Tease
Tarragon Tease
Behr
Nearly identical
Backwoods
Valspar
Nearly identical
Ivy Lane
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Highway
Vista Paint
Very similar
That'S Atomic
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Highway
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Speckled Shell
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Cumin Seed
Kilz
Very similar
Koi Pond
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Lively Ivy
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lively Ivy
#B3AE87
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lively Ivy
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lively Ivy 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 Lively Ivy.
More beige colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the beige family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Lively Ivy — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lively Ivy have?
Lively Ivy by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the beige color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Lively Ivy in your own space before committing.
What colors match Lively Ivy from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lively Ivy are Tarragon Tease by Behr (a near-identical match), Tarragon Tease by Behr (a near-identical match), Backwoods by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Lively Ivy'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 Lively Ivy?
Lively Ivy has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Lively Ivy's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.