Purple Cloak 1004-5A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #6F5668, 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.
Ref. #6F5668 · 1004-5A
Purple Cloak
11%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Cloak Technical Profile
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Purple Cloak in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Cloak in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPurple Cloak
Very similar
BehrExotic Orchid
Exotic Orchid
Behr
Very similar
Legacy Plum
PPG
Very similar
Purple Trinket
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Kalamata
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ripened Plum
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grape Harvest
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Vista Paint
Very similar
Majestic Plum
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Roasted Beet
Kilz
Visible difference
Wood .05
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Red Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Cloak
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Purple Cloak.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
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. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Cloak in your own space before committing.
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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Cloak's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.