Ref. #91A49D · 1136-5
Spruce Shade
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spruce Shade Technical Profile
What color is Spruce Shade? It's a medium cool gray with the hex code #91A49D. Colors similar to Spruce Shade include Behr Lotus Leaf, Valspar Green Water, Sherwin-Williams Marine. Spruce Shade has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 35 gives Spruce Shade depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a cool neutral, Spruce Shade 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 Spruce Shade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Lotus Leaf
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Water
Valspar
Nearly identical
Marine
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Kathleen's Garden
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Agate Green
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Kathleen's Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Azores
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spruce Shade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spruce Shade
#91A49D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A8AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spruce Shade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spruce Shade 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 Spruce Shade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spruce Shade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spruce Shade have?
Spruce Shade by PPG has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Spruce Shade from other brands?
The closest matches are Lotus Leaf by Behr (#93A69F), Green Water by Valspar (#90A49C), Marine by Sherwin-Williams (#94A69D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Spruce Shade?
Spruce Shade has an LRV of 35.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
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 Spruce Shade's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.