Elf 6002-8B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #71B078, LRV 36 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Four Leaf Clover from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #71B078 · 6002-8B
Elf
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Elf Technical Profile
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Elf in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Elf in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparElf
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreFour Leaf Clover
Four Leaf Clover
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lucerne
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Track Green
Behr
Very similar
Joshua Tree
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Lucerne
Vista Paint
Very similar
Frosted Emerald
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Elf Shoe
PPG
Very similar
Gabled Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Wheatgrass
Kilz
Very similar
Thrive .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Pale Green
RAL
Visible difference
Raw Tomatillo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Elf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Elf
#71B078
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD9E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Elf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Elf 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 Elf.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Elf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Elf have?
Elf 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 Elf in your own space before committing.
What colors match Elf from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Elf are Four Leaf Clover by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Aurora Borealis by Benjamin Moore (a very close match), Lucerne by Hirshfield's (a very close match) — the best options for getting Elf'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 Elf?
Elf has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, 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 Elf's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.