A Stitch in Time 8003-48B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BDBFD1, estimated LRV 53 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Future Vision from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #BDBFD1 · 8003-48B
A Stitch in Time
53%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
A Stitch in Time Technical Profile
HEX Code#BDBFD1
RGB189, 191, 209
Estimated LRV52.7
UndertoneNeutral
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 Familypurple
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Future Vision
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#BDC0D2
Close digital match
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#BEC1D2
Close digital match
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#B8B8CB
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#C4C3D1
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#BABED7
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#C0BDD2
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#BEBDC6
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#BBC5DE
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Colors That Work With A Stitch in Time
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
A Stitch in Time
#BDBFD1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for A Stitch in Time
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
A Stitch in Time 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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A Stitch in Time — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does A Stitch in Time have?
A Stitch in Time by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple 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 A Stitch in Time from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to A Stitch in Time are Future Vision by Behr (a close digital match), Faded Violet by PPG (a close digital match), Cosmic by PPG (a close digital match) — the best options for getting A Stitch in Time'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 A Stitch in Time?
A Stitch in Time has a estimated lightness value of 52.7, 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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