Apple Jade 8001-26G is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A69511, LRV 30 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is High Strung from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A69511 · 8001-26G
Apple Jade
30%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Apple Jade Technical Profile
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Apple Jade in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Apple Jade in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparApple Jade
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHigh Strung
High Strung
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Chalky Quince
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Venetian Gold
Behr
Very similar
Curry
RAL
Very similar
Rain Boots
Vista Paint
Very similar
Rain Boots
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Martian
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pollination
PPG
Very similar
Green Of Spring
Kilz
Visible difference
Lichen Green
Benjamin Moore
Visible difference
Beeswax .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Apple Jade
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Apple Jade
#A69511
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#82AE3C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Apple Jade
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Apple Jade 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 Valspar Colors
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More green colors from other brands
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Apple Jade — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Apple Jade have?
Apple Jade by Valspar 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 Apple Jade in your own space before committing.
What colors match Apple Jade from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Apple Jade are High Strung by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Chalky Quince by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Venetian Gold by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Apple Jade'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 Apple Jade?
Apple Jade has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 29.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Apple Jade's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.