Gecko 6719 is a yellow paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #7A8833, LRV 22 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Palmetto Palm from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #7A8833 · 6719
Gecko
22%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gecko Technical Profile
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Gecko in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gecko in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsGecko
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyPalmetto Palm
Palmetto Palm
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Sea Turtle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dark Celery
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Fertile Green
Behr
Very similar
Limerick Trick
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wistful Walk
PPG
Very similar
Shallow Valley
Valspar
Very similar
Green Glow
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Emerald Shimmer
Kilz
Visible difference
Olive Yellow
RAL
Visible difference
Sap Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Leaf .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gecko
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gecko
#7A8833
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6C9757
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gecko
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gecko 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Gecko.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gecko — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gecko have?
Gecko by Sherwin-Williams 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 Gecko in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gecko from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gecko are Palmetto Palm by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Sea Turtle by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Dark Celery by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gecko'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 Gecko?
Gecko has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 22.0, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Gecko's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.