Ref. #8BB6AE · 8002-35D
Carnival Glass
42%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Carnival Glass Technical Profile
What color is Carnival Glass? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #8BB6AE. Colors similar to Carnival Glass include PPG Caribbean Green, Dunn-Edwards Treetop, Behr October Sky. Carnival Glass has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 42 gives Carnival Glass depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Carnival Glass
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carnival Glass
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carnival Glass
#8BB6AE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A1AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carnival Glass
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carnival Glass 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 Carnival Glass.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carnival Glass — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carnival Glass have?
Carnival Glass by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Carnival Glass from other brands?
The closest matches are Caribbean Green by PPG (#89BAB2), Treetop by Dunn-Edwards (#91B6AC), October Sky by Behr (#86B7AC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carnival Glass?
Carnival Glass has an LRV of 42.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Carnival Glass's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.