Ref. #E6E9CE · 8002-29A
Carpathian Dawn
80%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Carpathian Dawn Technical Profile
What color is Carpathian Dawn? It's a light cool green with the hex code #E6E9CE. Colors similar to Carpathian Dawn include Hirshfield's Tender Shoot, Vista Paint Glimpse of Spring, Vista Paint Tender Shoot. Carpathian Dawn has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 80, Carpathian Dawn reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. 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 Carpathian Dawn
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Tender Shoot
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Glimpse of Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Calming Aloe
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Just Perfect
PPG
Nearly identical
Lunar Light
Behr
Nearly identical
Lazy Caterpillar
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Healing Springs
Kilz
Nearly identical
Sprout
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Carpathian Dawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carpathian Dawn
#E6E9CE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#94B082
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carpathian Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carpathian Dawn 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 Carpathian Dawn.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Carpathian Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carpathian Dawn have?
Carpathian Dawn by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Carpathian Dawn from other brands?
The closest matches are Tender Shoot by Hirshfield's (#E8EACE), Glimpse of Spring by Vista Paint (#E7ECD1), Tender Shoot by Vista Paint (#E7EACC). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Carpathian Dawn?
Carpathian Dawn has an LRV of 79.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
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