Winter Amethyst 4001-6A is a gray paint color from Valspar. It has a hex value of #A19FB7, estimated LRV 36 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Butterfly Bush from Vista Paint (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Valspar · #A19FB7 · 4001-6A
Winter Amethyst
36%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Winter Amethyst Technical Profile
HEX Code#A19FB7
RGB161, 159, 183
Estimated LRV35.8
UndertoneCool (Violet)
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 Familygray
BrandValspar
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Colors That Work With Winter Amethyst
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Winter Amethyst
#A19FB7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9C85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Winter Amethyst
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Winter Amethyst 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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Winter Amethyst — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Winter Amethyst have?
Winter Amethyst by Valspar has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 Winter Amethyst from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Winter Amethyst are Butterfly Bush by Vista Paint (a close digital match), Butterfly Bush by Hirshfield's (a close digital match), Fig Preserves by Behr (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Winter Amethyst'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 Winter Amethyst?
Winter Amethyst has a estimated lightness value of 35.8, 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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