Loden Frost Green 10GY 42/088 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ACB0A1, estimated LRV 42 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Meditation from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ACB0A1 · 10GY 42/088
Loden Frost Green
42%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Loden Frost Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACB0A1
RGB172, 176, 161
Estimated LRV42.4
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 Loden Frost Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Loden Frost Green
#ACB0A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Loden Frost Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Loden Frost 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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Loden Frost Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Loden Frost Green have?
Loden Frost Green 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 Loden Frost Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Loden Frost Green are Meditation by Behr (a close digital match), Willow Tree by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Cascade Green by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Loden Frost 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 Loden Frost Green?
Loden Frost Green has a estimated lightness value of 42.4, 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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