Ref. #9D9B63 · 531
Ponderosa Pine
32%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ponderosa Pine Technical Profile
What color is Ponderosa Pine? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #9D9B63. Colors similar to Ponderosa Pine include Valspar Organic Garden, Vista Paint Retro Avocado, Behr River Bank. Ponderosa Pine has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 32 gives Ponderosa Pine depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with crisp whites like Pure White for trim, oak or maple woods, and brass hardware. Navy or deep teal accents balance the brightness without competing for attention. Under 2700K warm bulbs Ponderosa Pine reads more golden or buttery. Under 4000K daylight bulbs it stays truer to the chip, though saturated yellows can edge toward green in mixed light.
Colors Similar to Ponderosa Pine
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ponderosa Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ponderosa Pine
#9D9B63
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9AAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ponderosa Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ponderosa Pine 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 Ponderosa Pine.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Ponderosa Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ponderosa Pine have?
Ponderosa Pine by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Ponderosa Pine from other brands?
The closest matches are Organic Garden by Valspar (#9F9E61), Retro Avocado by Vista Paint (#9A9764), River Bank by Behr (#979A63). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Ponderosa Pine?
Ponderosa Pine has an LRV of 31.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Ponderosa Pine's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.