Purpleheart 8001-48D is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A199C7, LRV 35 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Hermosa from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A199C7 · 8001-48D
Purpleheart
35%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purpleheart Technical Profile
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Purpleheart in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purpleheart in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPurpleheart
Nearly identical
Vista PaintHermosa
Hermosa
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Purple Vision
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Grape Arbor
PPG
Nearly identical
Purplesaurus
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Snugglepuss
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Ode to Purple
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Brave Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Delectable
Behr
Very similar
Bedtime Story
Kilz
Very similar
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purpleheart
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purpleheart
#A199C7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#A085AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purpleheart
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purpleheart 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 Purpleheart.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purpleheart — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purpleheart have?
Purpleheart 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 Purpleheart in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purpleheart from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purpleheart are Hermosa by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Vision by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Purple Vision by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Purpleheart'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 Purpleheart?
Purpleheart has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 34.5, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-depth color with real presence — strong on accent walls, libraries, and rooms with good natural light.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
The science behind Delta E and CIEDE2000 — find a Behr equivalent of any Sherwin-Williams shade, or a Benjamin Moore alternative when your store is out of stock.
Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purpleheart's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.