Seafoam Storm 5002-1C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #989F98, estimated LRV 34 and a cool (green) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cannon Ball from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #989F98 · 5002-1C
Seafoam Storm
34%Estimated LRV
Cool (Green)Undertone
Seafoam Storm Technical Profile
HEX Code#989F98
RGB152, 159, 152
Estimated LRV33.7
UndertoneCool (Green)
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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#99A098
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#999F96
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#979C95
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#9CA39D
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#98A09C
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Sherwin-Williams
#969C92
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#9EA49F
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Colors That Work With Seafoam Storm
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Seafoam Storm
#989F98
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#85AD99
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Seafoam Storm
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Seafoam Storm 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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Seafoam Storm — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Seafoam Storm have?
Seafoam Storm by Valspar has a cool (green) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Seafoam Storm from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Seafoam Storm are Cannon Ball by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Cannon Ball by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Greycliffe by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Seafoam Storm'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 Seafoam Storm?
Seafoam Storm has a estimated lightness value of 33.7, 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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