Blade of Grass 8004-23D is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A59C85, LRV 34 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Herbal Wash from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A59C85 · 8004-23D
Blade of Grass
34%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Blade of Grass Technical Profile
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Blade of Grass in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blade of Grass in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlade of Grass
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsHerbal Wash
Herbal Wash
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Sandy Bluff
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Fossil Stone
Behr
Nearly identical
Grand Canyon Tan
PPG
Nearly identical
Downtown
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sandy Bluff
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Nourish .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Macramé Knot
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sierra Beige
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Greyswood
Kilz
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blade of Grass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blade of Grass
#A59C85
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blade of Grass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blade of Grass 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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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blade of Grass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blade of Grass have?
Blade of Grass by Valspar has a neutral 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 Blade of Grass in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blade of Grass from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blade of Grass are Herbal Wash by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Sandy Bluff by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Fossil Stone by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blade of Grass'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 Blade of Grass?
Blade of Grass has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.5, 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 Blade of Grass's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.