Ref. #5F5561 · 4001-4C
Purple Fury
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Fury Technical Profile
What color is Purple Fury? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #5F5561. Colors similar to Purple Fury include Behr Grand Grape, Behr Preservation Plum, PPG Purple Parlor. Purple Fury has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 10, Purple Fury 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 Fury 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 Fury
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Fury
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Fury
#5F5561
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8C5D7C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Fury
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Fury 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 Fury.
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 Fury — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Fury have?
Purple Fury by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Purple Fury from other brands?
The closest matches are Grand Grape by Behr (#635766), Preservation Plum by Behr (#655865), Purple Parlor by PPG (#595461). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Fury?
Purple Fury has an LRV of 9.8, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Fury's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.