Sun Painter 8004-2C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C3B7BC, LRV 49 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Moonlit Mauve from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #C3B7BC · 8004-2C
Sun Painter
49%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
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Sun Painter in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sun Painter in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSun Painter
Nearly identical
BehrMoonlit Mauve
Moonlit Mauve
Behr
Nearly identical
Violetta
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Romantic Light
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Veiled Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Dusky Heather
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Grey Fuchsia
PPG
Very similar
Antique Mauve
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
So Dainty
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Air .07
Colorhouse
Very similar
Always Taupe
Kilz
Very similar
Calluna
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Agate Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sun Painter
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sun Painter
#C3B7BC
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD8885
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sun Painter
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sun Painter 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 Sun Painter.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sun Painter — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sun Painter have?
Sun Painter by Valspar has a neutral undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sun Painter in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sun Painter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sun Painter are Moonlit Mauve by Behr (a near-identical match), Violetta by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Sun Painter'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 Sun Painter?
Sun Painter has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 49.1, 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 Sun Painter's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.