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Valspar Merlin's Robes

8001-47G · #3D4281 · LRV ~6.5

Closest tone in another brand: Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue (~90% proximity)

Merlin's Robes (8001-47G) is a deep blue from Valspar, in this site’s digital reading. Estimated LRV about 6.5 (very dark): it absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. plan for good artificial lighting. The closest tone in another brand is Dunn-Edwards Beaded Blue (~90% proximity).

Closest tone to Merlin's Robes in other brands

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LRV (estimated)

6.5 · Very dark

Temperature

Cool

Code

8001-47G

HEX

#3D4281

RGB

61, 66, 129

HSL

236°, 36%, 37%

Family

Blues

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Merlin's Robes FAQ

What is the LRV of Merlin's Robes?

Merlin's Robes has an estimated LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 6.5 on a 0–100 scale, which is very dark. It absorbs almost all light for a dramatic, enveloping look. Plan for good artificial lighting. It is an estimate from the digital HEX, not the LRV published by the brand.

What is the closest tone to Merlin's Robes in other brands?

Dunn-Edwards: Beaded Blue (DE5909), ~90% proximity; Benjamin Moore: Basic Blue (CC-968), ~90% proximity; Glidden: Crushed Velvet (PPG1245-7), ~85% proximity; PPG: Crushed Velvet (PPG1245-7), ~85% proximity; Behr: Canyon Iris (P540-7), ~83% proximity; Sherwin-Williams: Morning Glory (SW 6971), ~82% proximity; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Valiant Violet (HGSW6818), ~78% proximity; Farrow & Ball: Stiffkey Blue (No. 281), ~35% proximity. These are estimates of digital closeness on screen, not proven physical equivalence or official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.

What is the HEX code of Merlin's Robes?

The HEX code of Merlin's Robes (8001-47G) is #3D4281, RGB 61, 66, 129. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.