Purple Cloak 1004-5A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6F5668, estimated LRV 11 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Exotic Orchid from Behr (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #6F5668 · 1004-5A
Purple Cloak
11%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Cloak Technical Profile
HEX Code#6F5668
RGB111, 86, 104
Estimated LRV11.0
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Purple Cloak
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Cloak
#6F5668
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#95636E
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Cloak
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Cloak 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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Purple Cloak — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Cloak have?
Purple Cloak by Valspar has a warm (pink) 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 Purple Cloak from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Cloak are Exotic Orchid by Behr (a very close match), Brazil Nut by Behr (a very close match), Legacy Plum by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Cloak'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 Purple Cloak?
Purple Cloak has a estimated lightness value of 11.0, 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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