Metropolis Lilac 4001-6C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #645D79, LRV 12 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Passage from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #645D79 · 4001-6C
Metropolis Lilac
12%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Metropolis Lilac Technical Profile
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Metropolis Lilac in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Metropolis Lilac in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparMetropolis Lilac
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsPurple Passage
Purple Passage
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Grapes of Wrath
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Wine Hour
Kilz
Very similar
Grapes of Wrath
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Purple Gumball
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Nightshade Violet
PPG
Very similar
Darkest Grape
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Luscious Purple
Behr
Very similar
Gemmed
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Pearl Black Berry
RAL
Very similar
Wine Dark
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Metropolis Lilac
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Metropolis Lilac
#645D79
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#916C9D
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Metropolis Lilac
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Metropolis 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 Metropolis Lilac.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Metropolis Lilac — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Metropolis Lilac have?
Metropolis Lilac by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Metropolis Lilac in your own space before committing.
What colors match Metropolis Lilac from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Metropolis Lilac are Purple Passage by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Grapes of Wrath by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Wine Hour by Kilz (a very close match) — the best options for getting Metropolis 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 Metropolis Lilac?
Metropolis Lilac has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 11.9, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Metropolis Lilac's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.