Salamander 6001-8B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6CA187, estimated 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.
Valspar · #6CA187 · 6001-8B
Salamander
30%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Salamander Technical Profile
HEX Code#6CA187
RGB108, 161, 135
Estimated LRV30.4
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 Familygreen
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Salamander
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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
Digital 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
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Salamander — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Salamander have?
Salamander by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green 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 Salamander from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Salamander are Tarragon Tease by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Longmeadow by Behr (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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