Imperial Lilac 4003-9C is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B7ADD6, LRV 45 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ginger Lily from Kilz (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B7ADD6 · 4003-9C
Imperial Lilac
45%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Imperial Lilac Technical Profile
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Imperial Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Imperial Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparImperial Lilac
Nearly identical
KilzGinger Lily
Ginger Lily
Kilz
Nearly identical
Night Magic Violet
PPG
Nearly identical
Purple Kiss
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Heather Plum
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Purple Possibility
Vista Paint
Very similar
Grape Illusion
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Courtly Purple
Behr
Very similar
Forever Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Tinted Iris
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Imperial Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Imperial Lilac
#B7ADD6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A385AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Imperial Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Imperial 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 Imperial Lilac.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Imperial Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Imperial Lilac have?
Imperial Lilac by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Imperial Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Imperial Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Imperial Lilac are Ginger Lily by Kilz (a near-identical match), Night Magic Violet by PPG (a near-identical match), Purple Kiss by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Imperial 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 Imperial Lilac?
Imperial Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 44.8, 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
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Imperial Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.