Ref. #D6E7D0 · 5008-5A
Pale Tidepool
76%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Pale Tidepool Technical Profile
What color is Pale Tidepool? It's a light cool green with the hex code #D6E7D0. Colors similar to Pale Tidepool include PPG Lime Flip, Dunn-Edwards Greenhouse Glass, Vista Paint Springfield. Pale Tidepool has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With a Light Reflectance Value of 76, Pale Tidepool reflects a generous amount of light, making it well-suited for north-facing rooms or smaller spaces that benefit from extra brightness. Pair it with off-whites like Simply White, walnut or rift-cut oak floors, and mixed metals — brass for warmth, matte black for grounding. Terracotta and rust accents add warm contrast. Greens shift the most under different light. 2700K warms them toward olive or yellow-green; 4000K daylight reveals their true tone. Bluer greens especially benefit from north-facing daylight.
Colors Similar to Pale Tidepool
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pale Tidepool
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pale Tidepool
#D6E7D0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD8E
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pale Tidepool
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pale Tidepool 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 Pale Tidepool.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pale Tidepool — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pale Tidepool have?
Pale Tidepool by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Pale Tidepool from other brands?
The closest matches are Lime Flip by PPG (#D2E3CC), Greenhouse Glass by Dunn-Edwards (#D7E7CD), Springfield by Vista Paint (#D5E6CB). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pale Tidepool?
Pale Tidepool has an LRV of 76.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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