Storm Rolling In 8004-1D is a neutral paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #979193, LRV 29 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Slate Violet from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #979193 · 8004-1D
Storm Rolling In
29%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Storm Rolling In Technical Profile
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Storm Rolling In in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Storm Rolling In in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparStorm Rolling In
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsSlate Violet
Slate Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Plum Smoke
Behr
Nearly identical
Sparrow
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Mesmerized
Kilz
Nearly identical
Shining Armor
PPG
Very similar
Ashen Plum
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Sparrow
Vista Paint
Very similar
Evening Skyline
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Castle Wood
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Telegrey 1
RAL
Very similar
Wool .04
Colorhouse
Very similar
Plummett
Farrow & Ball
Very similar
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Storm Rolling In
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Storm Rolling In
#979193
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8B85
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Storm Rolling In
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Storm Rolling In 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 Storm Rolling In.
More neutral colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the neutral family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Storm Rolling In — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Storm Rolling In have?
Storm Rolling In 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 Storm Rolling In in your own space before committing.
What colors match Storm Rolling In from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Storm Rolling In are Slate Violet by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Moonlit Orchid by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Plum Smoke by Behr (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Storm Rolling In'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 Storm Rolling In?
Storm Rolling In has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 28.9, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Storm Rolling In's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.