Oregano 1122-6 is a yellow paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #7F8353, estimated LRV 21 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Groovy Green from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #7F8353 · 1122-6
Oregano
21%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Oregano Technical Profile
HEX Code#7F8353
RGB127, 131, 83
Estimated LRV21.4
UndertoneCool (Green)
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Color Familyyellow
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Oregano
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Oregano
#7F8353
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#809D6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Oregano
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Oregano 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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Oregano — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Oregano have?
Oregano by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Oregano from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Oregano are Groovy Green by Kilz (a close digital match), Green Jalapeño by Valspar (a close digital match), Dark Cavern by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Oregano'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 Oregano?
Oregano has a estimated lightness value of 21.4, 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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