Blue Fescue 8003-34E is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #9FAA9E, LRV 39 and a warm (golden) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Balsam from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #9FAA9E · 8003-34E
Blue Fescue
39%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Blue Fescue Technical Profile
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Blue Fescue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Fescue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Fescue
Nearly identical
BehrGreen Balsam
Green Balsam
Behr
Nearly identical
Hidden Ravine
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Flora
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Halcyon Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Casting Shadow
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Light Drizzle
PPG
Very similar
Fair Maiden
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Silvered Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Sage Pond
Kilz
Very similar
Dix Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Fescue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Fescue
#9FAA9E
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD96
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Fescue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Fescue 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 Blue Fescue.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Fescue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Fescue have?
Blue Fescue by Valspar has a warm (golden) 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 Blue Fescue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Fescue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Fescue are Green Balsam by Behr (a near-identical match), Hidden Ravine by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), River Pebble by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Blue Fescue'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 Blue Fescue?
Blue Fescue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.6, 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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Related Reading
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 Blue Fescue's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.