Crushed Oregano 6007-6C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9D9950, estimated LRV 31 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Olive Yellow from RAL (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #9D9950 · 6007-6C
Crushed Oregano
31%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Crushed Oregano Technical Profile
HEX Code#9D9950
RGB157, 153, 80
Estimated LRV30.5
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
BrandValspar
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#999950
Close digital match
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#A29E53
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#9C9C4B
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#989746
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#A29F54
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Colors That Work With Crushed Oregano
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Crushed Oregano
#9D9950
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#92A67A
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Crushed Oregano
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Crushed Oregano 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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Crushed Oregano — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Crushed Oregano have?
Crushed Oregano by Valspar 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 Crushed Oregano from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Crushed Oregano are Olive Yellow by RAL (a close digital match), Jalapeo Pepper by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Lazy Lizard by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Crushed Oregano'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 Crushed Oregano?
Crushed Oregano has a estimated lightness value of 30.5, 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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