Pine Crush 1028-3 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #B7B8A5, LRV 47 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is October Mist from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7B8A5 · 1028-3
Pine Crush
47%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pine Crush Technical Profile
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Pine Crush in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Pine Crush in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGPine Crush
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreOctober Mist
October Mist
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Softened Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Vert de Terre
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Turtle Trail
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Court Green
Behr
Nearly identical
Light Patina
Valspar
Nearly identical
Fiorito
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fiorito
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cliff Face
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Loden Frost
Kilz
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pine Crush
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pine Crush
#B7B8A5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#97AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pine Crush
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pine Crush 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 Pine Crush.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pine Crush — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pine Crush have?
Pine Crush by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Pine Crush in your own space before committing.
What colors match Pine Crush from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Pine Crush are October Mist by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Softened Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Vert de Terre by Farrow & Ball (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Pine Crush'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 Pine Crush?
Pine Crush has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pine Crush's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.