Ref. #6D6F7A · 8004-47E
Purple Funk
16%LRV Value
Cool (Blue)Undertone
Purple Funk Technical Profile
What color is Purple Funk? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #6D6F7A. Colors similar to Purple Funk include Vista Paint Gray Whale Cove, Vista Paint Dolphin Dream, Hirshfield's Dolphin Dream. Purple Funk has a cool (blue) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 16, Purple Funk creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Purple Funk pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Purple Funk
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Funk
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Funk
#6D6F7A
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8676A4
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Funk
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Funk 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 Funk.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Funk — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Funk have?
Purple Funk by Valspar has a cool (blue) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Purple Funk from other brands?
The closest matches are Gray Whale Cove by Vista Paint (#6D7079), Dolphin Dream by Vista Paint (#696C76), Dolphin Dream by Hirshfield's (#6B6F78). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Funk?
Purple Funk has an LRV of 16.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Funk's cool (blue) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.