Fragrant Lilac 4001-5B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C4C4D1, estimated LRV 56 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is North Cascades from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #C4C4D1 · 4001-5B
Fragrant Lilac
56%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Fragrant Lilac Technical Profile
HEX Code#C4C4D1
RGB196, 196, 209
Estimated LRV55.8
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Fragrant Lilac
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Fragrant Lilac
#C4C4D1
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9985AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Fragrant Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Fragrant 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
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Fragrant Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Fragrant Lilac have?
Fragrant Lilac by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the gray 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 Fragrant Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Fragrant Lilac are North Cascades by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Magellic Purple by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Satire by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Fragrant 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 Fragrant Lilac?
Fragrant Lilac has a estimated lightness value of 55.8, 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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