Mexican Jade 17-28 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #729167, LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Mossed Opportunity from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #729167 · 17-28
Mexican Jade
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mexican Jade Technical Profile
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Mexican Jade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Mexican Jade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGMexican Jade
Nearly identical
BehrMossed Opportunity
Mossed Opportunity
Behr
Nearly identical
Reseda Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Four Leaf Clover
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Chic Shade
Vista Paint
Very similar
Chic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Plaza Green
Valspar
Very similar
Garden Patch
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Palace Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Fresh Moss
Kilz
Visible difference
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mexican Jade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mexican Jade
#729167
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#80AB8A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mexican Jade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mexican Jade 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
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Mexican Jade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mexican Jade have?
Mexican Jade by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Mexican Jade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Mexican Jade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mexican Jade are Mossed Opportunity by Behr (a near-identical match), Reseda Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Botanical Green by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Mexican Jade'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 Mexican Jade?
Mexican Jade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.8, 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 Mexican Jade's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.