Spruce Shade 1136-5 is a gray paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #91A49D, LRV 35 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lotus Leaf from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #91A49D · 1136-5
Spruce Shade
35%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Spruce Shade Technical Profile
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Spruce Shade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spruce Shade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
PPGSpruce Shade
Nearly identical
BehrLotus Leaf
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
In the Abyss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Kathleen’s Garden
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Azores
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Oval Room Blue
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
June Gloom
Kilz
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
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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 sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Spruce Shade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spruce Shade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spruce Shade are Lotus Leaf by Behr (a near-identical match), Green Water by Valspar (a near-identical match), Marine by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Spruce Shade'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 Spruce Shade?
Spruce Shade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.0, 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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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.