Ripe Banana 8001-22G is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C49832, estimated LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Crispy Gold from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C49832 · 8001-22G
Ripe Banana
34%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ripe Banana Technical Profile
HEX Code#C49832
RGB196, 152, 50
Estimated LRV34.4
UndertoneNeutral
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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#C49832
Close digital match
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#C49832
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#BF9334
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#CB9E34
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Colors That Work With Ripe Banana
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ripe Banana
#C49832
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ABBA6F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ripe Banana
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ripe Banana 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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Ripe Banana — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ripe Banana have?
Ripe Banana by Valspar has a neutral 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 Ripe Banana from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ripe Banana are Crispy Gold by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Mystic Yellow by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), End of the Rainbow by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ripe Banana'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 Ripe Banana?
Ripe Banana has a estimated lightness value of 34.4, 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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