Ref. #4F6D5F · 8003-35F
Mallard
13%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Mallard Technical Profile
What color is Mallard? It's a deep cool green with the hex code #4F6D5F. Colors similar to Mallard include MPC Gamut Green, MPC Northland Copse, Behr Dense Shrub. Mallard has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 13, Mallard creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Mallard
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Mallard
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mallard
#4F6D5F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#608E8F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mallard
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mallard 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 Mallard.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Mallard — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mallard have?
Mallard by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Mallard from other brands?
The closest matches are Gamut Green by MPC (#4F6C60), Northland Copse by MPC (#537163), Dense Shrub by Behr (#4E6D5B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Mallard?
Mallard has an LRV of 13.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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