April Thicket 5003-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ABBEB4, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Wythe Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #ABBEB4 · 5003-3C
April Thicket
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
April Thicket Technical Profile
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April Thicket in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to April Thicket in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparApril Thicket
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreWythe Blue
Wythe Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Rainsong
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Urban Putty
Behr
Nearly identical
Emerald Tint
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Fresh Eucalyptus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Aquamarine Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Dreaming of the Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
Statue Green
Kilz
Very similar
Lucinda
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Water .02
Colorhouse
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With April Thicket
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
April Thicket
#ABBEB4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for April Thicket
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
April Thicket 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
Other Valspar colors close to April Thicket.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
April Thicket — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does April Thicket have?
April Thicket by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample April Thicket in your own space before committing.
What colors match April Thicket from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to April Thicket are Wythe Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Catalina Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Rainsong by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting April Thicket'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 April Thicket?
April Thicket has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 48.8, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why April Thicket's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.