Backwoods 6004-3C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B2B08A, LRV 42 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lively Ivy from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B2B08A · 6004-3C
Backwoods
42%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Backwoods Technical Profile
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Backwoods in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Backwoods in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBackwoods
Nearly identical
PPGLively Ivy
Lively Ivy
PPG
Nearly identical
Sanctuary
Behr
Nearly identical
That'S Atomic
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Ivy Lane
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Majolica Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Portsmouth Olive
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rediscover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
New Crop
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
Almost Sage
Kilz
Very similar
Glass .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
French Gray
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Backwoods
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Backwoods
#B2B08A
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 Backwoods
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Backwoods 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 Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Backwoods.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Backwoods — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Backwoods have?
Backwoods by Valspar 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 Backwoods in your own space before committing.
What colors match Backwoods from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Backwoods are Lively Ivy by PPG (a near-identical match), Sanctuary by Behr (a near-identical match), That'S Atomic by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Backwoods'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 Backwoods?
Backwoods has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 42.4, 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 Backwoods's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.