Simply Seafoam 5008-7C is a green paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A3D3C7, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Refresh from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A3D3C7 · 5008-7C
Simply Seafoam
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Simply Seafoam Technical Profile
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Simply Seafoam in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Seafoam in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSimply Seafoam
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsRefresh
Refresh
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Whirlpool
PPG
Nearly identical
Thermal Aqua
Behr
Nearly identical
Shimmering Glade
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Irish Lass
Vista Paint
Very similar
Fun N Games
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Water .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Green Surf
Kilz
Very similar
Jaded Clouds
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Teal Seaglass
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Light Green
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Seafoam
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Seafoam
#A3D3C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#83A4AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Seafoam
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Seafoam 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 Simply Seafoam.
More green colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the green family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simply Seafoam — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Seafoam have?
Simply Seafoam by Valspar has a neutral 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 Simply Seafoam in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Seafoam from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Seafoam are Refresh by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Aqueduct by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Whirlpool by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simply Seafoam'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 Simply Seafoam?
Simply Seafoam has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Why Simply Seafoam's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.