Soft Panther 8006-12F is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #4D494C, LRV 7 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cityscape from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #4D494C · 8006-12F
Soft Panther
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Soft Panther Technical Profile
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Soft Panther in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Soft Panther in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSoft Panther
Nearly identical
BehrCityscape
Cityscape
Behr
Nearly identical
Grate Black
Kilz
Nearly identical
Deep Indigo
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Perle Noir
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
New Uniform
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Black Elegance
PPG
Very similar
Tanner's Brown
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
Black Bean
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Midnight Magic
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Velvety Night
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Graphite Grey
RAL
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Soft Panther
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Soft Panther
#4D494C
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#79505A
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Soft Panther
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Soft Panther 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 Soft Panther.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Soft Panther — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Soft Panther have?
Soft Panther 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 Soft Panther in your own space before committing.
What colors match Soft Panther from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Soft Panther are Cityscape by Behr (a near-identical match), Grate Black by Kilz (a near-identical match), Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Soft Panther'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 Soft Panther?
Soft Panther has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 6.9, 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 Soft Panther's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.