Ref. #666556 · 1031-6
Nevergreen
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Nevergreen Technical Profile
What color is Nevergreen? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #666556. Colors similar to Nevergreen include Vista Paint Eye of the Storm, Benjamin Moore Castle Peak Gray, Benjamin Moore Dark Olive. Nevergreen has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Nevergreen creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Nevergreen 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 Nevergreen
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Eye of the Storm
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Castle Peak Gray
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Ashton Grey
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Eye Of The Storm
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Eclipse
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Warrior Green
MPC
Nearly identical
Olive Smudge
Valspar
Very similar
English Forest
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Nevergreen
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Nevergreen
#666556
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7A8F60
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Nevergreen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Nevergreen 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 Nevergreen.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Nevergreen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Nevergreen have?
Nevergreen by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Nevergreen from other brands?
The closest matches are Eye of the Storm by Vista Paint (#686859), Castle Peak Gray by Benjamin Moore (#6A6858), Dark Olive by Benjamin Moore (#626354). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Nevergreen?
Nevergreen has an LRV of 12.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Nevergreen's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.