Gilded Pesto 6007-6B is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B1A859, estimated 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.
Valspar · #B1A859 · 6007-6B
Gilded Pesto
38%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Gilded Pesto Technical Profile
HEX Code#B1A859
RGB177, 168, 89
Estimated LRV38.1
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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Colors That Work With Gilded Pesto
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Gilded Pesto from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Gilded Pesto are Wasabi by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), The Goods by Hirshfield's (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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