Ref. #9183A7 · 1001-5B
Purple Hills
25%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Hills Technical Profile
What color is Purple Hills? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #9183A7. Purple Hills has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. Its LRV of 25 gives Purple Hills depth without going dark, which makes it a strong choice for accent walls, libraries, and rooms with abundant natural light. As a warm neutral, Purple Hills 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 Hills
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Hills
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Hills
#9183A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A985AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Hills
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Hills 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 Hills.
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 Hills — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Hills have?
Purple Hills by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Purple Hills from other brands?
The closest matches are Purple Mauve by Behr (#9287A8), Purple Heart by Benjamin Moore (#8A7FAB), Spring Purple by Benjamin Moore (#8883A7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Hills?
Purple Hills has an LRV of 25.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Hills's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.