Sun Painter 8004-2C is a purple paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #C3B7BC, estimated 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.
Valspar · #C3B7BC · 8004-2C
Sun Painter
49%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Sun Painter Technical Profile
HEX Code#C3B7BC
RGB195, 183, 188
Estimated LRV49.1
UndertoneNeutral
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familypurple
BrandValspar
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#C2B6BB
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Colors That Work With Sun Painter
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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
Digital 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
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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. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Sun Painter from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sun Painter are Moonlit Mauve by Behr (a close digital match), Violetta by Benjamin Moore (a close digital match), Victorian Mauve by Benjamin Moore (a close digital 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 estimated lightness value 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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