Ref. #ABBEB4 · 5003-3C
April Thicket
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
April Thicket Technical Profile
What color is April Thicket? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #ABBEB4. Colors similar to April Thicket include Benjamin Moore Wythe Blue, Benjamin Moore Catalina Blue, Farrow & Ball Green Blue. April Thicket has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 49 gives April Thicket depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, April Thicket pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to April Thicket
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Wythe Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Green Blue
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Urban Putty
Behr
Nearly identical
Light Sage Green Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Fresh Eucalyptus
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Fair Maiden
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Aquamarine Dream
PPG
Nearly identical
Dreaming of the Day
Vista Paint
Very similar
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 belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match April Thicket from other brands?
The closest matches are Wythe Blue by Benjamin Moore (#ABBFB5), Catalina Blue by Benjamin Moore (#ABBFB5), Green Blue by Farrow & Ball (#ADBDB2). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of April Thicket?
April Thicket has an LRV of 48.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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.