Ref. #637D74 · 1137-6
Salal Leaves
19%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Salal Leaves Technical Profile
What color is Salal Leaves? It's a deep cool gray with the hex code #637D74. Colors similar to Salal Leaves include MPC New Zealand Forest, Sherwin-Williams Teal Stencil, Hirshfield's Earthen Cheer. Salal Leaves has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 19, Salal Leaves creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a cool neutral, Salal Leaves pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Salal Leaves
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salal Leaves
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salal Leaves
#637D74
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#729AA1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salal Leaves
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salal Leaves 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 Salal Leaves.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salal Leaves — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salal Leaves have?
Salal Leaves by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Salal Leaves from other brands?
The closest matches are New Zealand Forest by MPC (#5F776E), Teal Stencil by Sherwin-Williams (#627F7B), Earthen Cheer by Hirshfield's (#667971). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Salal Leaves?
Salal Leaves has an LRV of 18.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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