Salamander 6001-8B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6CA187, LRV 30 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Tarragon Tease from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6CA187 · 6001-8B
Salamander
30%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Salamander Technical Profile
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Salamander in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Salamander in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSalamander
Nearly identical
Vista PaintTarragon Tease
Tarragon Tease
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Longmeadow
Behr
Nearly identical
Plumosa
PPG
Very similar
Emerald Stream
Kilz
Very similar
Alpine Trail
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Calmness
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Inspiration Peak
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Jargon Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Botanic Green
Dutch Boy
Visible difference
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Salamander
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Salamander
#6CA187
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Salamander
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Salamander 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 Salamander.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Salamander — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salamander have?
Salamander by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Salamander in your own space before committing.
What colors match Salamander from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salamander are Tarragon Tease by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Longmeadow by Behr (a near-identical match), Plumosa by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Salamander'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 Salamander?
Salamander has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.4, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Salamander's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.