Midsummer Twilight 4001-3C is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #BBAFBD, estimated LRV 45 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Velvet Dawn from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #BBAFBD · 4001-3C
Midsummer Twilight
45%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Midsummer Twilight Technical Profile
HEX Code#BBAFBD
RGB187, 175, 189
Estimated LRV44.9
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Midsummer Twilight
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Midsummer Twilight
#BBAFBD
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859F
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Midsummer Twilight
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Midsummer Twilight 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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Midsummer Twilight — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Midsummer Twilight have?
Midsummer Twilight by Valspar has a cool (violet) 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 Midsummer Twilight from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Midsummer Twilight are Velvet Dawn by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Velvet Dawn by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Heather Hill by Hirshfield's (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Midsummer Twilight'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 Midsummer Twilight?
Midsummer Twilight has a estimated lightness value of 44.9, 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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