Ref. #ACA97F · 6003-4A
Gentle Pasture
39%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gentle Pasture Technical Profile
What color is Gentle Pasture? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #ACA97F. Colors similar to Gentle Pasture include Vista Paint Mossy Log, PPG Thimbleberry Leaf, Dunn-Edwards Stuffed Olive. Gentle Pasture has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 39 gives Gentle Pasture 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 Gentle Pasture 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 Gentle Pasture
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gentle Pasture
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gentle Pasture
#ACA97F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9CAD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gentle Pasture
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gentle Pasture 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 Gentle Pasture.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gentle Pasture — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gentle Pasture have?
Gentle Pasture by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Gentle Pasture from other brands?
The closest matches are Mossy Log by Vista Paint (#A8A77B), Thimbleberry Leaf by PPG (#AFA97D), Stuffed Olive by Dunn-Edwards (#ADAC7C). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gentle Pasture?
Gentle Pasture has an LRV of 38.7, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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