Merlin's Robes 8001-47G is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #3D4281, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Basic Blue from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #3D4281 · 8001-47G
Merlin's Robes
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Merlin's Robes Technical Profile
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Merlin's Robes in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Merlin's Robes in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMerlin's Robes
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreBasic Blue
Basic Blue
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Frozen Blue
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Cobalt
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Evening Magic
Vista Paint
Very similar
Academy Purple
Behr
Very similar
Valiant Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Rich Indigo
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Daring Indigo
PPG
Very similar
Indigo
Kilz
Visible difference
Petal .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Signal Blue
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Merlin's Robes
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Merlin's Robes
#3D4281
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#755F92
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Merlin's Robes
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Merlin's Robes 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 Merlin's Robes.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Merlin's Robes — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Merlin's Robes have?
Merlin's Robes by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Merlin's Robes in your own space before committing.
What colors match Merlin's Robes from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Merlin's Robes are Basic Blue by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Frozen Blue by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Cobalt by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match) — the best options for getting Merlin's Robes'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 Merlin's Robes?
Merlin's Robes has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.5, 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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Why Merlin's Robes's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.