Fiddlehead Fern 6003-6B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A3B272, estimated LRV 41 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vienna Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A3B272 · 6003-6B
Fiddlehead Fern
41%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Fiddlehead Fern Technical Profile
HEX Code#A3B272
RGB163, 178, 114
Estimated LRV40.8
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 Familygreen
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Fiddlehead Fern
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fiddlehead Fern
#A3B272
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8FAD85
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fiddlehead Fern
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fiddlehead Fern 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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Fiddlehead Fern — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fiddlehead Fern have?
Fiddlehead Fern by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Fiddlehead Fern from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fiddlehead Fern are Vienna Green by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Sustainable by Behr (a close digital match), Spring Ahead by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Fiddlehead Fern'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 Fiddlehead Fern?
Fiddlehead Fern has a estimated lightness value of 40.8, 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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