Shady Palm 5003-6C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #547470, estimated LRV 16 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Evening Emerald from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #547470 · 5003-6C
Shady Palm
16%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Shady Palm Technical Profile
HEX Code#547470
RGB84, 116, 112
Estimated LRV15.5
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Shady Palm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shady Palm
#547470
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#648497
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shady Palm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shady Palm 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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Shady Palm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shady Palm have?
Shady Palm by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Shady Palm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shady Palm are Evening Emerald by PPG (a close digital match), Stone Bridge by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Wool .05 by Colorhouse (a very close match) — the best options for getting Shady Palm'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 Shady Palm?
Shady Palm has a estimated lightness value of 15.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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