Kelp 6001-8A is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8FC2A7, LRV 47 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Spearmint Frosting from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8FC2A7 · 6001-8A
Kelp
47%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Kelp Technical Profile
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Kelp in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Kelp in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparKelp
Nearly identical
BehrSpearmint Frosting
Spearmint Frosting
Behr
Nearly identical
Pioneer Park
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Lark Green
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grand Gusto
PPG
Very similar
Mini Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Caesar Salad
Kilz
Very similar
Eucalyptus
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Arsenic
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Forest Frolic
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Noah'S Grass Stain
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Thrive .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Kelp
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Kelp
#8FC2A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Kelp
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Kelp 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 Kelp.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Kelp — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Kelp have?
Kelp 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 Kelp in your own space before committing.
What colors match Kelp from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Kelp are Spearmint Frosting by Behr (a near-identical match), Pioneer Park by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Lark Green by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Kelp'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 Kelp?
Kelp has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 47.2, 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 Kelp's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.