Pale Jade 70GY 46/120 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #A8BDAB, estimated LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Country Faire from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #A8BDAB · 70GY 46/120
Pale Jade
48%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pale Jade Technical Profile
HEX Code#A8BDAB
RGB168, 189, 171
Estimated LRV47.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
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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Colors That Work With Pale Jade
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Jade
#A8BDAB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Jade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale 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
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Pale Jade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Jade have?
Pale Jade by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Pale Jade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pale Jade are Country Faire by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Salon Green by Valspar (a close digital match), Starry Woods by Valspar (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Pale 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 Pale Jade?
Pale Jade has a estimated lightness value of 47.7, 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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