CLEVELAND, Ohio — Valspar, a paint and coatings company and resource for DIYers and contractors, has announced Warm Eucalyptus 8004-28F as its 2026 Color of the Year. Naturally restorative and serene, Warm Eucalyptus reflects a collective desire for calm, grounding design that adapts to the ever-changing pace of life across residential and commercial design, the company says.

"Warm Eucalyptus is more than just a beautiful shade of green, it's a reflection of the comfort we crave in our homes," said Sue Kim, director of color marketing at Valspar. “Its warm undertones create a grounded, welcoming mood while drawing inspiration from nature and the familiarity of retro design. This is a color that encourages restoration and resilience." 

Renters and homeowners are evolving their spaces to offer more than just living; they're creating havens for rest and renewal. Warm Eucalyptus complements this shift, encouraging thoughtful, multifunctional design. Its soothing tone creates a sense of comfort and reassurance while providing a peaceful canvas for self-expression. 

Valspar recommends these earthy, supporting colors to complement Warm Eucalyptus:
•    Degas Blue 8004-35B: A breezy light blue warmed by hints of green and gray, evoking soft nostalgia and quiet joy. 
•    Groundbreakinq 8005-8F: A cozy deep brown with gray undertones, inspired by natural materials and the understated luxury of earth tones. 

Versatile by Design Valspar has a wide variety of interior, exterior, and specialty products available to tint in Warm Eucalyptus, including: 
•    Interior paint: Valspar Ultra, Valspar Reserve, and Valspar Signature.
•    Exterior paint: Valspar DefenseTM, Valspar Duramax, Valspar SeasonFIex, Valspar SeasonPlus, Valspar StormCoat.
•    Exterior stain: Valspar One-Coat Solid Exterior Wood Stain & Sealer, Valspar Solid Color Concrete Stain.
•    Specialty products: Valspar Cabinet & Furniture Oil-Enriched Enamel, Valspar Door & Trim Acrylic Enamel with Swift Dry Technology, Valspar Direct-to-Metal Acrylic Paint. 

Warm Eucalyptus 8004-28F is available exclusively at Lowe's stores, on Lowes.com and the Lowe's mobile app. A comparable color, Sage Slate V143-5, is available at independent home improvement retailers nationwide. 

Free color tools available from Valspar.

 For more information on Valspar paint and tools, visit valspar.com.