Blue Ember 8001-47F is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4C5192, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scandinavian Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4C5192 · 8001-47F
Blue Ember
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Blue Ember Technical Profile
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Blue Ember in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Blue Ember in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparBlue Ember
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreScandinavian Blue
Scandinavian Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Beaded Blue
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Boudoir Blue
Behr
Very similar
Crushed Velvet
PPG
Very similar
Sapphire Sequin
Kilz
Very similar
Fresh Take
Vista Paint
Very similar
Passion Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fresh Take
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Morning Glory
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Brillant Blue
RAL
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Blue Ember
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Blue Ember
#4C5192
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8571A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Blue Ember
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Blue Ember 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 Blue Ember.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Blue Ember — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Blue Ember have?
Blue Ember by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Blue Ember in your own space before committing.
What colors match Blue Ember from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Blue Ember are Scandinavian Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Beaded Blue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Boudoir Blue by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Blue Ember'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 Blue Ember?
Blue Ember has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 9.5, 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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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 Blue Ember's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.