Ref. #B1A859 · 6007-6B
Gilded Pesto
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gilded Pesto Technical Profile
What color is Gilded Pesto? It's a medium cool yellow with the hex code #B1A859. Colors similar to Gilded Pesto include Benjamin Moore Wasabi, MPC Gold Lichen, Hirshfield's The Goods. Gilded Pesto has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 38 gives Gilded Pesto 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 Gilded Pesto 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 Gilded Pesto
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Gilded Pesto
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Gilded Pesto
#B1A859
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9EAF83
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Gilded Pesto
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Gilded Pesto 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 Gilded Pesto.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Gilded Pesto — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Gilded Pesto have?
Gilded Pesto by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match Gilded Pesto from other brands?
The closest matches are Wasabi by Benjamin Moore (#B5A95D), Gold Lichen by MPC (#B3AE5D), The Goods by Hirshfield's (#AAA651). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Gilded Pesto?
Gilded Pesto has an LRV of 38.1, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Why Gilded Pesto's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.