Ref. #3E3B46 · 4010-2
Twilight Purple
5%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Twilight Purple Technical Profile
What color is Twilight Purple? It's a dark warm gray with the hex code #3E3B46. Colors similar to Twilight Purple include Benjamin Moore Deep Mulberry, Benjamin Moore Galaxy, Sherwin-Williams Black Swan. Twilight Purple has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. With an LRV of 5, Twilight Purple 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, Twilight Purple 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 Twilight Purple
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Twilight Purple
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Twilight Purple
#3E3B46
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#64486C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Twilight Purple
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Twilight Purple 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 Twilight Purple.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Twilight Purple — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Twilight Purple have?
Twilight Purple by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Twilight Purple from other brands?
The closest matches are Deep Mulberry by Benjamin Moore (#3D3946), Galaxy by Benjamin Moore (#423E45), Black Swan by Sherwin-Williams (#3A373E). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Twilight Purple?
Twilight Purple has an LRV of 4.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 Twilight Purple's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.