Gilded Pesto 6007-6B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B1A859, LRV 38 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wasabi from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B1A859 · 6007-6B
Gilded Pesto
38%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gilded Pesto Technical Profile
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Gilded Pesto in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Gilded Pesto in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGilded Pesto
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWasabi
Wasabi
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
The Goods
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Sweet Celery
Vista Paint
Very similar
Pistachio
Behr
Very similar
Palm Frond
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Parakeet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Ochre Yellow
RAL
Very similar
Chameleon
Kilz
Very similar
Secret Scribbles
PPG
Very similar
Leaf .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Fried Pickle
Dutch Boy
Very similar
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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 sits in the yellow color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Gilded Pesto in your own space before committing.
What colors match Gilded Pesto from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gilded Pesto are Wasabi by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), The Goods by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Olive Tree by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Gilded Pesto'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 Gilded Pesto?
Gilded Pesto has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.1, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Gilded Pesto's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.