Serious Violet 1003-5C is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #B094B6, LRV 34 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Enthroned Above from Hirshfield's (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B094B6 · 1003-5C
Serious Violet
34%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Serious Violet Technical Profile
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Serious Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Serious Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSerious Violet
Nearly identical
Hirshfield'sEnthroned Above
Enthroned Above
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Enthroned Above
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Hydrangea
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Glitzy Glam
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Fruit Punch
Kilz
Very similar
Blooming Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Heather Glen
PPG
Very similar
Purple Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Berry Frappé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Serious Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Serious Violet
#B094B6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A0
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Serious Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Serious Violet 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 Serious Violet.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Serious Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Serious Violet have?
Serious Violet by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the neutral color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Serious Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Serious Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Serious Violet are Enthroned Above by Hirshfield's (a near-identical match), Enthroned Above by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Hydrangea by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Serious Violet'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 Serious Violet?
Serious Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 33.8, 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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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 Serious Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.