Fainting Violet 1001-8C is a off-white paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E8E3E4, estimated LRV 78 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Misty Morn from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #E8E3E4 · 1001-8C
Fainting Violet
78%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fainting Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#E8E3E4
RGB232, 227, 228
Estimated LRV77.7
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 Familyoff-white
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Fainting Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fainting Violet
#E8E3E4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD9185
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fainting Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fainting Violet 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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Fainting Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fainting Violet have?
Fainting Violet by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the off-white 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 Fainting Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fainting Violet are Misty Morn by PPG (a close digital match), Mountain Air by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Chalky Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fainting Violet'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 Fainting Violet?
Fainting Violet has a estimated lightness value of 77.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a light, reflective color that bounces plenty of light back into a room — well-suited to north-facing spaces, hallways, and smaller rooms that need to feel brighter.
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