Song Sparrow 30YY 39/041 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #ADA8A2, estimated LRV 40 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moleskin from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #ADA8A2 · 30YY 39/041
Song Sparrow
40%Estimated LRV
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Song Sparrow Technical Profile
HEX Code#ADA8A2
RGB173, 168, 162
Estimated LRV39.5
UndertoneWarm (Golden)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Song Sparrow
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Song Sparrow
#ADA8A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Song Sparrow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Song Sparrow 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
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Song Sparrow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Song Sparrow have?
Song Sparrow by PPG has a warm (golden) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Song Sparrow from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Song Sparrow are Moleskin by Behr (a close digital match), Rocky Bluffs by Valspar (a close digital match), Hibernate by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Song Sparrow'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 Song Sparrow?
Song Sparrow has a estimated lightness value of 39.5, 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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Why Song Sparrow's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.