Ponderosa Pine 531 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #9D9B63, estimated LRV 32 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Organic Garden from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #9D9B63 · 531
Ponderosa Pine
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Ponderosa Pine Technical Profile
HEX Code#9D9B63
RGB157, 155, 99
Estimated LRV31.5
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familyyellow
BrandBenjamin Moore
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#9F9E61
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Colors That Work With Ponderosa Pine
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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
Digital 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
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Ponderosa Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ponderosa Pine have?
Ponderosa Pine by Benjamin Moore has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the yellow 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 Ponderosa Pine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ponderosa Pine are Organic Garden by Valspar (a close digital match), Retro Avocado by Vista Paint (a close digital match), River Bank by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ponderosa Pine'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 Ponderosa Pine?
Ponderosa Pine has a estimated lightness value of 31.5, 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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