Rapture 4001-6B is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #85839D, 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.
Ref. #85839D · 4001-6B
Rapture
24%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Rapture Technical Profile
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Rapture in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Rapture in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparRapture
Nearly identical
BehrGothic Purple
Gothic Purple
Behr
Nearly identical
Soft Charcoal
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Purple Haze
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Violet Vibes
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Greyed Amethyst
PPG
Very similar
Violet Vibes
Vista Paint
Very similar
Magic Cape
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Jupiter
Kilz
Very similar
Gentle Grape
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Brassica
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Rapture
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
Pure 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
Similar Valspar Colors
Other Valspar colors close to Rapture.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Rapture — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Rapture have?
Rapture by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Rapture in your own space before committing.
What colors match Rapture from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Rapture are Gothic Purple by Behr (a near-identical match), Soft Charcoal by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Blue Intrigue by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical 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 Light Reflectance Value (LRV) 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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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 Rapture's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.