Valiant Violet 6818 is a blue paint color from Sherwin-Williams. It has a hex value of #3E4371, LRV 6 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Violet Eclipse from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3E4371 · 6818
Valiant Violet
6%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Valiant Violet Technical Profile
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Valiant Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Valiant Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Sherwin-WilliamsValiant Violet
Nearly identical
BehrViolet Eclipse
Violet Eclipse
Behr
Nearly identical
Cobalt
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Wizard
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Hot Sauna
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Sailor’s Eyes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Garden Iris
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Spirit Blue
Valspar
Very similar
Renaissance Tapestry
Kilz
Very similar
Egyptian Violet
PPG
Very similar
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Signal Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Valiant Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Valiant Violet
#3E4371
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6D5A88
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Valiant Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Valiant Violet 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 Sherwin-Williams Colors
Other Sherwin-Williams colors close to Valiant Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Valiant Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Valiant Violet have?
Valiant Violet by Sherwin-Williams has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Valiant Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Valiant Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Valiant Violet are Violet Eclipse by Behr (a near-identical match), Constellation Blue by Behr (a near-identical match), Cobalt by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Valiant Violet'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 Valiant Violet?
Valiant Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected 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 Valiant Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.