Walnut Grove 1028-7 is a neutral paint color from PPG. It has a hex value of #5C5644, estimated LRV 9 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Garden Gate from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
PPG · #5C5644 · 1028-7
Walnut Grove
9%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Walnut Grove Technical Profile
HEX Code#5C5644
RGB92, 86, 68
Estimated LRV9.3
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familyneutral
BrandPPG
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Colors That Work With Walnut Grove
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Walnut Grove
#5C5644
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#747F54
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Walnut Grove
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Walnut Grove Room Palettes
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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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Walnut Grove — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Walnut Grove have?
Walnut Grove by PPG has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Walnut Grove from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Walnut Grove are Garden Gate by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Gunmetal Green by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Night Owl by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Walnut Grove'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 Walnut Grove?
Walnut Grove has a estimated lightness value of 9.3, 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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