Green Sea 6001-10C is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #009678, LRV 23 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Kelp Forest Green from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #009678 · 6001-10C
Green Sea
23%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Green Sea Technical Profile
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Green Sea in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Green Sea in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparGreen Sea
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreKelp Forest Green
Kelp Forest Green
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Tropical Waters
Behr
Nearly identical
Tropical Kelp
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Leprechaun
PPG
Very similar
Cabana Stripe
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Emerald Acres
Vista Paint
Very similar
Bejewelled
Kilz
Very similar
Jitterbug Jade
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Philips Green
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Green Sea
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Green Sea
#009678
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#287DA1
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Green Sea
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Green Sea 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 Green Sea.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Green Sea — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Green Sea have?
Green Sea 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 Green Sea in your own space before committing.
What colors match Green Sea from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Green Sea are Kelp Forest Green by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Tropical Waters by Behr (a near-identical match), Garden View by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Green Sea'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 Green Sea?
Green Sea has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.2, 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
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 Green Sea's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.