Later Gator 8001-35G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #018077, estimated LRV 17 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Green Garlands from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #018077 · 8001-35G
Later Gator
17%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Later Gator Technical Profile
HEX Code#018077
RGB1, 128, 119
Estimated LRV16.8
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Later Gator
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Later Gator
#018077
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#25628F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Later Gator
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Later Gator 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
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Later Gator — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Later Gator have?
Later Gator by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Later Gator from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Later Gator are Green Garlands by Behr (a close digital match), Blue Winged Teal by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Blue Winged Teal by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Later Gator'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 Later Gator?
Later Gator has a estimated lightness value of 16.8, 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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