Ocean Whisper 6001-9B is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #ACE6DA, estimated LRV 70 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aloha from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #ACE6DA · 6001-9B
Ocean Whisper
70%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Ocean Whisper Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACE6DA
RGB172, 230, 218
Estimated LRV70.4
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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Compare alternatives to Ocean Whisper
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Aloha
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#ABE9DF
Close digital match
Harbor Side Teal
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#A3E5D9
Close digital match
Jardin Jewel
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#A8E7D7
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#B0EEE2
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#A3E1D8
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#AAE5DE
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Colors That Work With Ocean Whisper
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ocean Whisper
#ACE6DA
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#78A7BA
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ocean Whisper
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ocean Whisper 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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Ocean Whisper — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ocean Whisper have?
Ocean Whisper 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 Ocean Whisper from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ocean Whisper are Aloha by Behr (a close digital match), Harbor Side Teal by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Jardin Jewel by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Ocean Whisper'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 Ocean Whisper?
Ocean Whisper has a estimated lightness value of 70.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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