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Playing Hooky
25%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Playing Hooky Technical Profile
What color is Playing Hooky? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #8B8C6B. Colors similar to Playing Hooky include Behr Weathered Fossil, MPC Green Tent, MPC Soft Olive Met.. Playing Hooky has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Playing Hooky depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Playing Hooky 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 Playing Hooky
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Playing Hooky
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Playing Hooky
#8B8C6B
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94AA80
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Playing Hooky
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Playing Hooky 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 Playing Hooky.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Playing Hooky — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Playing Hooky have?
Playing Hooky by PPG has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Playing Hooky from other brands?
The closest matches are Weathered Fossil by Behr (#8D8D6A), Green Tent by MPC (#898B6D), Soft Olive Met. by MPC (#8D8A68). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Playing Hooky?
Playing Hooky has an LRV of 25.3, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Playing Hooky's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.