Wasabi AF-430 is a yellow paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #B5A95D, LRV 39 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gilded Pesto from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B5A95D · AF-430
Wasabi
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Wasabi Technical Profile
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Wasabi in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Wasabi in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Benjamin MooreWasabi
Nearly identical
ValsparGilded Pesto
Gilded Pesto
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pistachio
Behr
Nearly identical
Garden Element
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Chameleon
Kilz
Very similar
Mack Creek
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Secret Scribbles
PPG
Very similar
The Goods
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Parakeet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Wasabi
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wasabi
#B5A95D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FB082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wasabi
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wasabi 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 Wasabi.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Wasabi — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wasabi have?
Wasabi 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 Wasabi in your own space before committing.
What colors match Wasabi from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wasabi are Gilded Pesto by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pistachio by Behr (a near-identical match), City Chartreuse by Valspar (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Wasabi'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 Wasabi?
Wasabi has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.0, 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 Wasabi's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.