Ref. #B3C6B9 · 1134-4
Pine Whisper
54%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pine Whisper Technical Profile
What color is Pine Whisper? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #B3C6B9. Colors similar to Pine Whisper include MPC Chilly Green Met., MPC Light Sage Green Met., Behr Weathered Moss. Pine Whisper has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 54, Pine Whisper 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, Pine Whisper 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 Pine Whisper
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pine Whisper
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pine Whisper
#B3C6B9
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADA6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pine Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pine Whisper 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 Whisper.
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 Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pine Whisper have?
Pine Whisper by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pine Whisper from other brands?
The closest matches are Chilly Green Met. by MPC (#B1C4B7), Light Sage Green Met. by MPC (#AFC3B8), Weathered Moss by Behr (#B8C9BD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pine Whisper?
Pine Whisper has an LRV of 53.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pine Whisper's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.