Simply Lavender 4001-9B is a pink paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #E6D3E7, LRV 69 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is First Lilac from Dunn-Edwards (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #E6D3E7 · 4001-9B
Simply Lavender
69%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Simply Lavender Technical Profile
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Simply Lavender in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Simply Lavender in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSimply Lavender
Nearly identical
Dunn-EdwardsFirst Lilac
First Lilac
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Sonora Rose
PPG
Nearly identical
Heather Rose
Behr
Nearly identical
Pale Iris
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Sofia
Kilz
Nearly identical
Little Touch
Vista Paint
Very similar
Little Touch
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Pixie
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Euphoric Lilac
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Simply Lavender
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Simply Lavender
#E6D3E7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD859B
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Simply Lavender
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Simply Lavender 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 Simply Lavender.
More pink colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the pink family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Simply Lavender — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Simply Lavender have?
Simply Lavender by Valspar has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the pink color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Simply Lavender in your own space before committing.
What colors match Simply Lavender from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Simply Lavender are First Lilac by Dunn-Edwards (a near-identical match), Sonora Rose by PPG (a near-identical match), Heather Rose by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Simply Lavender'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 Simply Lavender?
Simply Lavender has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 69.2, 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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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Simply Lavender's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.