Agave AF-420 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #ADAA6F, LRV 39 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Jalapeno Jelly from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ADAA6F · AF-420
Agave
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Agave Technical Profile
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Agave in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Agave in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreAgave
Nearly identical
ValsparJalapeno Jelly
Jalapeno Jelly
Valspar
Nearly identical
Spanish Olive
PPG
Nearly identical
Ginger Tea
Behr
Nearly identical
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Ryegrass
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Peter Pan
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Stuffed Olive
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Bamboo Forest
Vista Paint
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Vintage Green
Kilz
Very similar
Green Beige
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Agave
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Agave
#ADAA6F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9BAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Agave
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Agave 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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Agave.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Agave — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Agave have?
Agave by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Agave in your own space before committing.
What colors match Agave from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Agave are Jalapeno Jelly by Valspar (a near-identical match), Spanish Olive by PPG (a near-identical match), Ginger Tea by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Agave'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 Agave?
Agave has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.8, 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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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 Agave's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.