Shallow Valley 6011-9 is a yellow paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #868E48, estimated LRV 25 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Vintage Vibe from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #868E48 · 6011-9
Shallow Valley
25%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Shallow Valley Technical Profile
HEX Code#868E48
RGB134, 142, 72
Estimated LRV24.9
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 Familyyellow
BrandValspar
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#888F4F
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Colors That Work With Shallow Valley
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Shallow Valley
#868E48
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7F9D6C
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Shallow Valley
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Shallow Valley 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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Shallow Valley — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Shallow Valley have?
Shallow Valley by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Shallow Valley from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Shallow Valley are Vintage Vibe by PPG (a close digital match), Wild Thyme by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Enough Is Enough by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Shallow Valley'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 Shallow Valley?
Shallow Valley has a estimated lightness value of 24.9, 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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