Ref. #4C5192 · 8001-47F
Blue Ember
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Blue Ember Technical Profile
What color is Blue Ember? It's a dark warm purple with the hex code #4C5192. Colors similar to Blue Ember include MPC Alhambra Mosaic Blue, Benjamin Moore Scandinavian Blue, Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue. Blue Ember has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Blue Ember creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. Pair it with cool whites for trim, walnut floors, and either brass or matte black hardware depending on whether you want warm or grounded contrast. Sage green works as a complementary accent. Purples are the most lighting-sensitive paint family. 2700K bulbs push them toward mauve or pink; 4000K daylight keeps them violet or even slightly blue. Always sample at multiple times of day.
Colors Similar to Blue Ember
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the purple color family.
What colors match Blue Ember from other brands?
The closest matches are Alhambra Mosaic Blue by MPC (#464E8C), Scandinavian Blue by Benjamin Moore (#4F4F8D), Beaded Blue by Dunn-Edwards (#494D8B). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Blue Ember?
Blue Ember has an LRV of 9.5, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Blue Ember's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.