Sweet Violet 4002-8A is a blue paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A1A4C5, LRV 38 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Purple Paradise from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #A1A4C5 · 4002-8A
Sweet Violet
38%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Sweet Violet Technical Profile
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Sweet Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Sweet Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
ValsparSweet Violet
Nearly identical
Vista PaintPurple Paradise
Purple Paradise
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Luxe Lilac
Behr
Very similar
Bedtime Story
Kilz
Very similar
Midnight Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Ashley'S Heather
PPG
Very similar
May Mist
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Central Mauve
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Dressed Damsel
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Awesome Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
Kittiwake
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Sweet Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Sweet Violet
#A1A4C5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9685AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Sweet Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Sweet Violet 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 Sweet Violet.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Sweet Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Sweet Violet have?
Sweet Violet by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Sweet Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Sweet Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Sweet Violet are Purple Paradise by Vista Paint (a near-identical match), Luxe Lilac by Behr (a very close match), Fortune by Behr (a very close match) — the best options for getting Sweet Violet'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 Sweet Violet?
Sweet Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 38.2, 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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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 Sweet Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.