Purple Hibiscus 8001-48C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C6BEE0, LRV 54 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Dragon from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C6BEE0 · 8001-48C
Purple Hibiscus
54%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Hibiscus Technical Profile
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Purple Hibiscus in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Hibiscus in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPurple Hibiscus
Nearly identical
PPGPurple Dragon
Purple Dragon
PPG
Nearly identical
February Amethyst
Kilz
Nearly identical
Candied Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Romantic Poetry
Behr
Very similar
Tinted Iris
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Wisteria
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Pansy Potpourri
Vista Paint
Very similar
Lavender Bliss
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Grape Ice
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Hibiscus
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Hibiscus
#C6BEE0
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A383AF
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Hibiscus
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Hibiscus 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 Hibiscus.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Hibiscus — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Hibiscus have?
Purple Hibiscus by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Hibiscus in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Hibiscus from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Hibiscus are Purple Dragon by PPG (a near-identical match), Lilac Bouquet by PPG (a near-identical match), February Amethyst by Kilz (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Purple Hibiscus'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 Hibiscus?
Purple Hibiscus has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 54.2, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Hibiscus's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.