Catnip 8002-30F is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6B9252, LRV 24 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amazon Parrot from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #6B9252 · 8002-30F
Catnip
24%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Catnip Technical Profile
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Catnip in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Catnip in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCatnip
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsAmazon Parrot
Amazon Parrot
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Fieldhouse Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Richmond Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ecological
Behr
Very similar
Baby Sprout
Vista Paint
Very similar
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Emerald Shimmer
Kilz
Very similar
Golf Day
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Antique Green
PPG
Very similar
Dill
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
May Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Catnip
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Catnip
#6B9252
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#74A379
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Catnip
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Catnip 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 Catnip.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Catnip — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Catnip have?
Catnip by Valspar has a cool (green) 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 Catnip in your own space before committing.
What colors match Catnip from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Catnip are Amazon Parrot by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Fieldhouse Green by Dutch Boy (a very close match), Richmond Green by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Catnip'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 Catnip?
Catnip has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 24.3, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Catnip's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.