Ref. #6E8B71 · 5006-6B
Pine Green
23%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pine Green Technical Profile
What color is Pine Green? It's a deep warm gray with the hex code #6E8B71. Colors similar to Pine Green include Kilz Bitter Arugula, Dunn-Edwards Forest Path, Dunn-Edwards English Holly. Pine Green has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Pine Green creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Pine Green 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 Pine Green
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pine Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pine Green
#6E8B71
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#81AB9A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pine Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pine Green 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Pine Green.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pine Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pine Green have?
Pine Green by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pine Green from other brands?
The closest matches are Bitter Arugula by Kilz (#6A886F), Forest Path by Dunn-Edwards (#708D6C), English Holly by Dunn-Edwards (#68846A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pine Green?
Pine Green has an LRV of 23.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pine Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.