Purpling Dawn 1001-6B is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #D9CFDF, LRV 65 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Scent of Purple from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #D9CFDF · 1001-6B
Purpling Dawn
65%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Purpling Dawn Technical Profile
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Purpling Dawn in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purpling Dawn in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparPurpling Dawn
Nearly identical
PPGScent of Purple
Scent of Purple
PPG
Nearly identical
Mountain’s Majesty
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Beach Plum
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Mountain's Majesty
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Alpine Moon
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Divine Lilac
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Butterfly Kiss
Kilz
Nearly identical
Dusty Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Potentially Purple
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purpling Dawn
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purpling Dawn
#D9CFDF
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A8
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purpling Dawn
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purpling Dawn 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 Purpling Dawn.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purpling Dawn — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purpling Dawn have?
Purpling Dawn by Valspar has a cool (violet) 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 Purpling Dawn in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purpling Dawn from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purpling Dawn are Scent of Purple by PPG (a near-identical match), Mountain’s Majesty by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Dusky Lilac by PPG (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Purpling Dawn'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 Purpling Dawn?
Purpling Dawn has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 64.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Purpling Dawn's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.