Dusky Hyacinth 1003-10A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #AF9D9C, LRV 36 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hazelnut from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #AF9D9C · 1003-10A
Dusky Hyacinth
36%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Dusky Hyacinth Technical Profile
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Dusky Hyacinth in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky Hyacinth in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDusky Hyacinth
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsHazelnut
Hazelnut
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Antique Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Coffee Custard
PPG
Nearly identical
Intuitive
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Claystone
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mauve Desert
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Open Road
Vista Paint
Very similar
Simply Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Cozy Cover
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Cinder Rose
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
White Aluminium
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Hyacinth
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Hyacinth
#AF9D9C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Hyacinth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky Hyacinth 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 Dusky Hyacinth.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Dusky Hyacinth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Hyacinth have?
Dusky Hyacinth by Valspar has a neutral 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 Dusky Hyacinth in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Hyacinth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Hyacinth are Hazelnut by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Antique Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match), Coffee Custard by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Dusky Hyacinth'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 Dusky Hyacinth?
Dusky Hyacinth has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 35.6, 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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