Rapture 4001-6B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #85839D, estimated LRV 24 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Gothic Purple from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #85839D · 4001-6B
Rapture
24%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rapture Technical Profile
HEX Code#85839D
RGB133, 131, 157
Estimated LRV23.7
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familygray
BrandValspar
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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Gothic Purple
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#88869D
Close digital match
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#838298
Close digital match
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#838093
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#898098
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#8D869A
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#877E96
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#8B8095
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#908A9B
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Visible digital difference
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Colors That Work With Rapture
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Rapture
#85839D
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Rapture
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Rapture 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
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Rapture — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rapture have?
Rapture by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Rapture from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rapture are Gothic Purple by Behr (a close digital match), Soft Charcoal by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match), Blue Intrigue by Dunn-Edwards (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Rapture'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 Rapture?
Rapture has a estimated lightness value of 23.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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Why Rapture's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.