Canton Purple 1003-7B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #8B7083, LRV 19 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Burgundy Frost from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8B7083 · 1003-7B
Canton Purple
19%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Canton Purple Technical Profile
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Canton Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Canton Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparCanton Purple
Nearly identical
KilzBurgundy Frost
Burgundy Frost
Kilz
Nearly identical
Charming Violet
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Phantom Hue
Behr
Nearly identical
Charming Violet
Vista Paint
Very similar
Frosted Mulberry
PPG
Very similar
Muted Berry
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Plum Dandy
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Panached Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Aplomb
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Canton Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Canton Purple
#8B7083
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AC828B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Canton Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Canton 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 Canton Purple.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Canton Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Canton Purple have?
Canton Purple by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Canton Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Canton Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Canton Purple are Burgundy Frost by Kilz (a near-identical match), Charming Violet by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Phantom Hue by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Canton 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 Canton Purple?
Canton Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 18.7, 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 Canton Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.