Palmetto 1146-5 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #6D9A9B, estimated LRV 29 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Virtue from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #6D9A9B · 1146-5
Palmetto
29%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Palmetto Technical Profile
HEX Code#6D9A9B
RGB109, 154, 155
Estimated LRV28.7
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
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#709797
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#6B9597
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#69969A
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#699C9A
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#739694
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#5C9598
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RAL
#5D9B9B
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Colors That Work With Palmetto
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Palmetto
#6D9A9B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8598AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Palmetto
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Palmetto 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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Palmetto — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Palmetto have?
Palmetto by PPG has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Palmetto from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Palmetto are Virtue by Kilz (a close digital match), Teal Tease by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Norwegian Blue by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Palmetto'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 Palmetto?
Palmetto has a estimated lightness value of 28.7, 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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Why Palmetto's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.