Ref. #4D494C · 8006-12F
Soft Panther
7%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Soft Panther Technical Profile
What color is Soft Panther? It's a dark warm neutral with the hex code #4D494C. Colors similar to Soft Panther include Kilz Grate Black, Benjamin Moore Deep Indigo, Sherwin-Williams Perle Noir. Soft Panther has a warm (pink) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 7, Soft Panther creates a dramatic, enveloping mood — best on accent walls, dining rooms, and intimate spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light. As a warm neutral, Soft Panther pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to Soft Panther
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
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 belongs to the neutral color family.
What colors match Soft Panther from other brands?
The closest matches are Grate Black by Kilz (#49474C), Deep Indigo by Benjamin Moore (#4A494D), Perle Noir by Sherwin-Williams (#4F4D51). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Soft Panther?
Soft Panther has an LRV of 6.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Related Reading
How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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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.