Refreshing Green 8001-31A is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #CFEBCE, LRV 77 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is April Mist from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #CFEBCE · 8001-31A
Refreshing Green
77%LRV Value
Cool (Green)Undertone
Refreshing Green Technical Profile
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Refreshing Green in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Refreshing Green in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRefreshing Green
Nearly identical
BehrApril Mist
April Mist
Behr
Nearly identical
Applemint
PPG
Nearly identical
Parkside Dunes
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Scottish Glenn
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Butter Lettuce
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Leaves of Spring
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Budding Green
Kilz
Very similar
Jocular Green
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Leaf .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Refreshing Green
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Refreshing Green
#CFEBCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#7FB397
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Refreshing Green
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Refreshing Green 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 Refreshing Green.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Refreshing Green — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Refreshing Green have?
Refreshing Green 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 Refreshing Green in your own space before committing.
What colors match Refreshing Green from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Refreshing Green are April Mist by Behr (a near-identical match), Applemint by PPG (a near-identical match), Parkside Dunes by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Refreshing Green'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 Refreshing Green?
Refreshing Green has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 77.1, 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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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 Refreshing Green's cool (green) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.