Ref. #F0EBAC · 6007-9B
New Willow
81%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
New Willow Technical Profile
What color is New Willow? It's a light cool yellow with the hex code #F0EBAC. Colors similar to New Willow include PPG Golden Straw, PPG Sunbeam, PPG Pineapple Delight. New Willow has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 81, New Willow reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 New Willow 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 New Willow
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With New Willow
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
New Willow
#F0EBAC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9FC36F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for New Willow
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
New Willow 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 New Willow.
More yellow colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the yellow family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
New Willow — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does New Willow have?
New Willow by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the yellow color family.
What colors match New Willow from other brands?
The closest matches are Golden Straw by PPG (#F5EDAE), Sunbeam by PPG (#F5EDB2), Pineapple Delight by PPG (#F0E7A9). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of New Willow?
New Willow has an LRV of 80.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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