Ref. #917AA4 · 1001-3B
Purple Phantom
23%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Phantom Technical Profile
What color is Purple Phantom? It's a deep warm neutral with the hex code #917AA4. Colors similar to Purple Phantom include Behr Lilac Intuition, Vista Paint Regal Jewel, Dunn-Edwards Pale Eggplant. Purple Phantom has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 23, Purple Phantom 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 Phantom 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 Phantom
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Phantom
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Phantom
#917AA4
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AB
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Phantom
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Phantom 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 Phantom.
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 Phantom — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Phantom have?
Purple Phantom by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Purple Phantom from other brands?
The closest matches are Lilac Intuition by Behr (#967CA7), Regal Jewel by Vista Paint (#8C75A2), Pale Eggplant by Dunn-Edwards (#8A779A). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Purple Phantom?
Purple Phantom has an LRV of 22.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purple Phantom's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.