Cool Pine 8003-30D is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A9AB94, LRV 40 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Clary Sage from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A9AB94 · 8003-30D
Cool Pine
40%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Cool Pine Technical Profile
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Cool Pine in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Cool Pine in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCool Pine
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsClary Sage
Clary Sage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Nature
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Olive Sprig
PPG
Nearly identical
Garden Wall
Behr
Nearly identical
Almost Sage
Kilz
Nearly identical
Song of Nature
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lichen
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Meadowood
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Greywood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Nourish .03
Colorhouse
Very similar
Historic Shade
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pebble Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Cool Pine
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Cool Pine
#A9AB94
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Cool Pine
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Cool Pine 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 Cool Pine.
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Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Cool Pine — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Cool Pine have?
Cool Pine 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 Cool Pine in your own space before committing.
What colors match Cool Pine from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Cool Pine are Clary Sage by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Nature by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Weekend Getaway by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Cool Pine'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 Cool Pine?
Cool Pine has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 39.7, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Cool Pine's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.