Spearmint Frosting HDC-WR14-8 is a green paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8DC3AB, LRV 48 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kelp from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8DC3AB · HDC-WR14-8
Spearmint Frosting
48%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Spearmint Frosting Technical Profile
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Spearmint Frosting in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Spearmint Frosting in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrSpearmint Frosting
Nearly identical
ValsparKelp
Kelp
Valspar
Nearly identical
Pioneer Park
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Green Balloon
PPG
Very similar
Brookdale Gardens
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lark Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Catarina Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Caesar Salad
Kilz
Very similar
Glazed Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mid-Century Gem
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Spearmint Frosting
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Spearmint Frosting
#8DC3AB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ABAD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Spearmint Frosting
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Spearmint Frosting 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Spearmint Frosting.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Spearmint Frosting — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Spearmint Frosting have?
Spearmint Frosting by Behr 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 Spearmint Frosting in your own space before committing.
What colors match Spearmint Frosting from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Spearmint Frosting are Kelp by Valspar (a near-identical match), Pioneer Park by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Green Charm by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Spearmint Frosting'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 Spearmint Frosting?
Spearmint Frosting has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.6, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Spearmint Frosting's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.