Lionfish 8004-46D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #989AA0, estimated LRV 32 and a cool (blue) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Smokey Lilac from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #989AA0 · 8004-46D
Lionfish
32%Estimated LRV
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Lionfish Technical Profile
HEX Code#989AA0
RGB152, 154, 160
Estimated LRV32.3
UndertoneCool (Blue)
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 Familyneutral
BrandValspar
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#9A9DA2
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#93959B
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#9CA0A6
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Colors That Work With Lionfish
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Lionfish
#989AA0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8F85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Lionfish
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Lionfish Room Palettes
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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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Lionfish — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Lionfish have?
Lionfish by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and sits in the neutral 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 Lionfish from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Lionfish are Smokey Lilac by Behr (a close digital match), Shark by Kilz (a close digital match), Gray Wolf by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Lionfish'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 Lionfish?
Lionfish has a estimated lightness value of 32.3, 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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