Later Gator 8001-35G is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #018077, 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.
Ref. #018077 · 8001-35G
Later Gator
17%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Later Gator in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Later Gator in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparLater Gator
Nearly identical
BehrGreen Garlands
Green Garlands
Behr
Nearly identical
Blue Winged Teal
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Blue Winged Teal
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Romantic Isle
PPG
Nearly identical
Emperor Jade
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Dream .05
Colorhouse
Very similar
Aruba Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Tropical Lagoon
Kilz
Very similar
50'S Teal
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Thermal Spring
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Mint Turquoise
RAL
Visible difference
Vardo
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Later Gator
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Later Gator.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Later Gator in your own space before committing.
What colors match Later Gator from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Later Gator are Green Garlands by Behr (a near-identical match), Blue Winged Teal by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Blue Winged Teal by Vista Paint (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Later Gator's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.