Fescue 8002-35B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C5DBD3, LRV 67 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Lickety Split from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C5DBD3 · 8002-35B
Fescue
67%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fescue Technical Profile
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Fescue in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Fescue in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparFescue
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sLickety Split
Lickety Split
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Green Wave
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Lickety Split
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Whipped Mint
Behr
Nearly identical
Green Wave
PPG
Nearly identical
Frosted Fir
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Breaktime
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Dew Not Disturb
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wool .01
Colorhouse
Very similar
Misty Morning
Kilz
Very similar
Teresa's Green
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fescue
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fescue
#C5DBD3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85A8AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fescue
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fescue 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 Fescue.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fescue — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fescue have?
Fescue 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 Fescue in your own space before committing.
What colors match Fescue from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fescue are Lickety Split by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Green Wave by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Lickety Split by Vista Paint (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Fescue'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 Fescue?
Fescue has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 67.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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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 Fescue's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.