Classic Lilac 1002-5C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B9A6BC, LRV 41 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velour from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9A6BC · 1002-5C
Classic Lilac
41%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Classic Lilac Technical Profile
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Classic Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Classic Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparClassic Lilac
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sVelour
Velour
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Velour
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Light French Lilac
PPG
Nearly identical
Lavender Lipstick
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Dark Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Mauve Melody
Kilz
Very similar
Obi Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Voila!
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Veiled Violet
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Air .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Classic Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Classic Lilac
#B9A6BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Classic Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Classic Lilac 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 Classic Lilac.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Classic Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Classic Lilac have?
Classic Lilac 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 Classic Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Classic Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Classic Lilac are Velour by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Velour by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Light French Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Classic Lilac'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 Classic Lilac?
Classic Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 41.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Classic Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.