Abel 8007-8C is a white paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #F8F3E6, estimated LRV 90 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Soft Shoulders from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #F8F3E6 · 8007-8C
Abel
90%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Abel Technical Profile
HEX Code#F8F3E6
RGB248, 243, 230
Estimated LRV89.8
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 Familywhite
BrandValspar
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#F7F2E5
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#F5F0E2
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Roman Column
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#F6F0E2
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Aged Marble
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#F6F0E2
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Trite White
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#F4F0E3
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White Blush
Benjamin Moore
#F7F1E2
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Swiss Coffee
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#F2EDE1
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Cream
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#FAF4E3
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Colors That Work With Abel
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Abel
#F8F3E6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#ACBB77
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Abel
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Abel 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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Abel — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Abel have?
Abel by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the white 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 Abel from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Abel are Soft Shoulders by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Thistle Down by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Calla Lily by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Abel'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 Abel?
Abel has a estimated lightness value of 89.8, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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