Mermaid's Song 6001-9C is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #99E1D1, estimated LRV 65 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Morning from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #99E1D1 · 6001-9C
Mermaid's Song
65%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Mermaid's Song Technical Profile
HEX Code#99E1D1
RGB153, 225, 209
Estimated LRV65.2
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 Familygreen
BrandValspar
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#99E5D7
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Colors That Work With Mermaid's Song
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Mermaid's Song
#99E1D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78A8BA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Mermaid's Song
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Mermaid's Song 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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Mermaid's Song — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Mermaid's Song have?
Mermaid's Song by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the green 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 Mermaid's Song from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Mermaid's Song are Velvet Morning by Behr (a close digital match), Polished Turquoise by Kilz (a close digital match), South Beach by Benjamin Moore (a very close match) — the best options for getting Mermaid's Song'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 Mermaid's Song?
Mermaid's Song has a estimated lightness value of 65.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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