Ref. #B9AB88 · 8004-22D
Fresh Leaf
41%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Fresh Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Fresh Leaf? It's a medium warm green with the hex code #B9AB88. Colors similar to Fresh Leaf include Behr Kaffir Lime, Benjamin Moore Danville Tan, Hirshfield's Bayberry Wax. Fresh Leaf has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Fresh Leaf depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Fresh Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Kaffir Lime
Behr
Nearly identical
Danville Tan
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Bayberry Wax
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Earthy Ochre
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Pale Green Gold Met.
MPC
Nearly identical
Bayberry Wax
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Metal .02
Colorhouse
Nearly identical
Bamboo Screen
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Fresh Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fresh Leaf
#B9AB88
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A5AD85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fresh Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fresh Leaf 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 Fresh Leaf.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Fresh Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fresh Leaf have?
Fresh Leaf by Valspar has a neutral undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Fresh Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Kaffir Lime by Behr (#B9AB86), Danville Tan by Benjamin Moore (#BCAC89), Bayberry Wax by Hirshfield's (#B6AA89). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Fresh Leaf?
Fresh Leaf has an LRV of 41.2, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Fresh Leaf's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.