Rosemary 30GY 16/190 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #657557, LRV 16 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scallion from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #657557 · 30GY 16/190
Rosemary
16%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Rosemary Technical Profile
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Rosemary in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rosemary in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGRosemary
Nearly identical
BehrScallion
Scallion
Behr
Nearly identical
Peaceful Forest
Kilz
Nearly identical
Greenfield
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Midnight Garden
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Snap Peas
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Alligator Alley
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Bowling Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Glass .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Bowling Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Reed Green
RAL
Very similar
April Arbor
Valspar
Very similar
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rosemary
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rosemary
#657557
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#669968
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rosemary
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rosemary 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 Rosemary.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rosemary — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rosemary have?
Rosemary by PPG has a cool (green) 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 Rosemary in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rosemary from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rosemary are Scallion by Behr (a near-identical match), Amazon River by Behr (a near-identical match), Scallion by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Rosemary'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 Rosemary?
Rosemary has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 16.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rosemary's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.