Ref. #B7A756 · 6008-6C
City Chartreuse
38%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
City Chartreuse Technical Profile
What color is City Chartreuse? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B7A756. Colors similar to City Chartreuse include Benjamin Moore Turning Leaf, Vista Paint Garden Element, Benjamin Moore Wasabi. City Chartreuse has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives City Chartreuse 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 City Chartreuse 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 City Chartreuse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With City Chartreuse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
City Chartreuse
#B7A756
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A1B280
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for City Chartreuse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
City Chartreuse 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 City Chartreuse.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
City Chartreuse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does City Chartreuse have?
City Chartreuse by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match City Chartreuse from other brands?
The closest matches are Turning Leaf by Benjamin Moore (#B4A459), Garden Element by Vista Paint (#BBAC59), Wasabi by Benjamin Moore (#B5A95D). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of City Chartreuse?
City Chartreuse has an LRV of 38.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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