Carousel Purple 8002-46B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BFCDE2, estimated LRV 60 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Simply Sparkling from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #BFCDE2 · 8002-46B
Carousel Purple
60%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Carousel Purple Technical Profile
HEX Code#BFCDE2
RGB191, 205, 226
Estimated LRV60.2
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypurple
BrandValspar
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Compare alternatives to Carousel Purple
Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Simply Sparkling
Dutch Boy
#BCCEE6
Close digital match
Blue Ice
Benjamin Moore
#BBCCE0
Close digital match
Powder Lilac
Behr
#C0D0E3
Close digital match
Atmospheric Pressure
Hirshfield's
#C2D0E1
Close digital match
Quiet Blue
PPG
#C4D0E8
Close digital match
Breathtaking
Sherwin-Williams
#C7D1E2
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Surf’s Surprise
Vista Paint
#C4D2E3
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Maritime
Dunn-Edwards
#BDCFEA
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#C4D5EA
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#B4CBD9
Visible digital difference
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#C5D1D8
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Colors That Work With Carousel Purple
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Carousel Purple
#BFCDE2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8782B0
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Carousel Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Carousel 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
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Carousel Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Carousel Purple have?
Carousel Purple by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Carousel Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Carousel Purple are Simply Sparkling by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Blue Ice by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Blue by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Carousel 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 Carousel Purple?
Carousel Purple has a estimated lightness value of 60.2, 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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