Ref. #C3C7B2 · 1030-2
Pale Pine
56%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pale Pine Technical Profile
What color is Pale Pine? It's a light warm neutral with the hex code #C3C7B2. Colors similar to Pale Pine include Benjamin Moore Grecian Green, Vista Paint Fernwood, Behr Castle Path. Pale Pine has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 56, Pale Pine sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, Pale Pine 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 Pale Pine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Pine
#C3C7B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Pine 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 Pale Pine.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Pine have?
Pale Pine by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Pale Pine from other brands?
The closest matches are Grecian Green by Benjamin Moore (#C4C8B2), Fernwood by Vista Paint (#C1C5B1), Castle Path by Behr (#C1C4AF). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pale Pine?
Pale Pine has an LRV of 55.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pale Pine's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.