Mild Evergreen 6003-5C is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CAD39D, estimated LRV 62 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is True To You from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #CAD39D · 6003-5C
Mild Evergreen
62%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Mild Evergreen Technical Profile
HEX Code#CAD39D
RGB202, 211, 157
Estimated LRV61.6
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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#CDD3A3
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Colors That Work With Mild Evergreen
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mild Evergreen
#CAD39D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#91B082
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mild Evergreen
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mild Evergreen 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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Mild Evergreen — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mild Evergreen have?
Mild Evergreen 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 Mild Evergreen from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mild Evergreen are True To You by PPG (a close digital match), Spring Cactus by PPG (a close digital match), Fresh Start by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Mild Evergreen'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 Mild Evergreen?
Mild Evergreen has a estimated lightness value of 61.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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