Ref. #979F7F · 2812
Rookwood Jade
33%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Rookwood Jade Technical Profile
What color is Rookwood Jade? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #979F7F. Colors similar to Rookwood Jade include Benjamin Moore Aventurine, Hirshfield's Lucky Day, Behr Livingston. Rookwood Jade has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 33 gives Rookwood Jade depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Rookwood Jade pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Rookwood Jade
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rookwood Jade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rookwood Jade
#979F7F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rookwood Jade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rookwood Jade 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Rookwood Jade.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rookwood Jade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rookwood Jade have?
Rookwood Jade by Sherwin-Williams has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Rookwood Jade from other brands?
The closest matches are Aventurine by Benjamin Moore (#989D79), Lucky Day by Hirshfield's (#929A7D), Livingston by Behr (#9DA17E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Rookwood Jade?
Rookwood Jade has an LRV of 32.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Rookwood Jade's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.