Amethyst Purple 1004-5C is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B993B2, LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Blooming Lilac from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B993B2 · 1004-5C
Amethyst Purple
34%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Amethyst Purple Technical Profile
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Amethyst Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Amethyst Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparAmethyst Purple
Nearly identical
BehrBlooming Lilac
Blooming Lilac
Behr
Nearly identical
Victorian Purple
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mauve Magic
PPG
Nearly identical
Fashionably Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Head Over Heels
Kilz
Very similar
Glitzy Glam
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fashionably Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grapevine
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Novel Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Amethyst Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Amethyst Purple
#B993B2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8591
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Amethyst Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Amethyst Purple 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 Amethyst Purple.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Amethyst Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Amethyst Purple have?
Amethyst Purple by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Amethyst Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Amethyst Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Amethyst Purple are Blooming Lilac by Behr (a near-identical match), Victorian Purple by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Mauve Magic by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Amethyst Purple'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 Amethyst Purple?
Amethyst Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.4, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural 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 Amethyst Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.