Ref. #8CB96F · 6004-8A
Peaceful Leaf
41%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Peaceful Leaf Technical Profile
What color is Peaceful Leaf? It's a medium cool green with the hex code #8CB96F. Colors similar to Peaceful Leaf include Behr Hillside Grove, Vista Paint Sweetness, Vista Paint Green Jeans. Peaceful Leaf has a cool (green) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 41 gives Peaceful Leaf depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. 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 Peaceful Leaf
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peaceful Leaf
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peaceful Leaf
#8CB96F
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#84AE88
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peaceful Leaf
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peaceful Leaf 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 Peaceful Leaf.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peaceful Leaf — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peaceful Leaf have?
Peaceful Leaf by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and belongs to the green color family.
What colors match Peaceful Leaf from other brands?
The closest matches are Hillside Grove by Behr (#8CC270), Sweetness by Vista Paint (#92BF7F), Green Jeans by Vista Paint (#80B063). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Peaceful Leaf?
Peaceful Leaf has an LRV of 41.4, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peaceful Leaf's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.