Phoenix Tears 8003-35D is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8DA898, LRV 36 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Winchester Green from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8DA898 · 8003-35D
Phoenix Tears
36%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Phoenix Tears Technical Profile
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Phoenix Tears in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Phoenix Tears in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPhoenix Tears
Nearly identical
KilzWinchester Green
Winchester Green
Kilz
Nearly identical
Tree Lined
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Modern Mint
Behr
Nearly identical
Forest Valley Green
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Restful
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Bristol Green
Vista Paint
Very similar
Foggy Field
PPG
Very similar
Bristol Green
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Glamorized Green
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Water .06
Colorhouse
Very similar
Breakfast Room Green
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Phoenix Tears
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Phoenix Tears
#8DA898
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85ADAA
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Phoenix Tears
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Phoenix Tears 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 Phoenix Tears.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Phoenix Tears — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Phoenix Tears have?
Phoenix Tears by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the green color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Phoenix Tears in your own space before committing.
What colors match Phoenix Tears from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Phoenix Tears are Winchester Green by Kilz (a near-identical match), Tree Lined by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Modern Mint by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Phoenix Tears'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 Phoenix Tears?
Phoenix Tears has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.9, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Phoenix Tears's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.