Monsoon Green 10GY 36/096 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #9FA494, estimated LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Tea Leaves from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #9FA494 · 10GY 36/096
Monsoon Green
36%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Monsoon Green Technical Profile
HEX Code#9FA494
RGB159, 164, 148
Estimated LRV36.1
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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Green Tea Leaves
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#A2A695
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#9FA694
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#9DA28E
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Colors That Work With Monsoon Green
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Monsoon Green
#9FA494
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8CAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Monsoon Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Monsoon 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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Monsoon Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Monsoon Green have?
Monsoon 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 Monsoon Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Monsoon Green are Green Tea Leaves by Valspar (a close digital match), Coastal Plain by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Meadowood by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Monsoon 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 Monsoon Green?
Monsoon Green has a estimated lightness value of 36.1, 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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