Ref. #B1B7A1 · 1030-3
Mellow Mood
46%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mellow Mood Technical Profile
What color is Mellow Mood? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B1B7A1. Colors similar to Mellow Mood include Benjamin Moore Saybrook Sage, Vista Paint Dream Weaver, Benjamin Moore Croquet. Mellow Mood has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 46 gives Mellow Mood depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Mellow Mood pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Mellow Mood
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mellow Mood
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mellow Mood
#B1B7A1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8EAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mellow Mood
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mellow Mood 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 Mellow Mood.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mellow Mood — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mellow Mood have?
Mellow Mood by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Mellow Mood from other brands?
The closest matches are Saybrook Sage by Benjamin Moore (#B2B8A3), Dream Weaver by Vista Paint (#B0B8A2), Croquet by Benjamin Moore (#B3B7A0). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mellow Mood?
Mellow Mood has an LRV of 45.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Mellow Mood's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.