Dusky Purple 1003-5A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #836484, LRV 16 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Orchid Orchestra from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #836484 · 1003-5A
Dusky Purple
16%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Dusky Purple Technical Profile
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Dusky Purple in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Dusky Purple in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparDusky Purple
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sOrchid Orchestra
Orchid Orchestra
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Orchid Orchestra
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Showstopper
Behr
Very similar
Cupid's Dart
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Pom Pom Purple
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Blackberry Jam
PPG
Very similar
Poets Purple
Kilz
Very similar
Vigorous Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Plum Power
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Dusky Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Dusky Purple
#836484
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A4778F
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Dusky Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Dusky 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 Dusky 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.
Dusky Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Dusky Purple have?
Dusky 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 Dusky Purple in your own space before committing.
What colors match Dusky Purple from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Dusky Purple are Orchid Orchestra by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Orchid Orchestra by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Showstopper by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Dusky 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 Dusky Purple?
Dusky Purple has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 15.6, 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
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Dusky Purple's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.