Mallard Green 1132-6 is a green paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #478865, LRV 20 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Pine Brook from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #478865 · 1132-6
Mallard Green
20%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mallard Green Technical Profile
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Mallard Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mallard Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMallard Green
Very similar
BehrPine Brook
Pine Brook
Behr
Very similar
Spring Garden
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Mineralized Jade
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Argyle
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
On the Nile
Vista Paint
Very similar
Peridot
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Laurel Wreath
Valspar
Very similar
On the Nile
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pop Of Green
Kilz
Very similar
Thrive .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Traffic Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mallard Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mallard Green
#478865
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#689A98
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mallard Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mallard 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
Similar PPG Colors
Other PPG colors close to Mallard Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mallard Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mallard Green have?
Mallard Green 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 Mallard Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mallard Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mallard Green are Pine Brook by Behr (a very close match), Forest Edge by Behr (a very close match), Spring Garden by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mallard 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 Mallard Green?
Mallard Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 19.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mallard Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.