A Stitch in Time 8003-48B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BDBFD1, 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.
Ref. #BDBFD1 · 8003-48B
A Stitch in Time
53%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
A Stitch in Time Technical Profile
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A Stitch in Time in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to A Stitch in Time in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparA Stitch in Time
Nearly identical
BehrFuture Vision
Future Vision
Behr
Nearly identical
Faded Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Winter Dusk
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
North Cascades
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Polished Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Violet Vista
Vista Paint
Very similar
Boysenberry Cream
Kilz
Very similar
Savoy
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With A Stitch in Time
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
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Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample A Stitch in Time in your own space before committing.
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 near-identical match), Faded Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Cosmic by PPG (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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Why A Stitch in Time's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.