Macaw (8003-48D) is a dark blue from Valspar with a strong violet undertone. Its LRV is about 28.9 (dark): it absorbs more light than it reflects. best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry. The closest match in another brand is Behr Monarchy (98% match).
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LRV
28.9 · Dark
Undertone
Violet · strong
Temperature
Cool
Code
8003-48D
HEX
#8E91AB
RGB
142, 145, 171
HSL
234°, 15%, 61%
Family
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Macaw FAQ
What undertone does Macaw have?
Macaw is a dark blue with a strong violet undertone. Its color temperature is cool. This is estimated from the digital color values; north-facing light pulls undertones cooler and warm bulbs pull them warmer, so check a real sample on your wall.
What is the LRV of Macaw?
Macaw has an LRV (Light Reflectance Value) of about 28.9 on a 0–100 scale, which is dark. It absorbs more light than it reflects. Best in well-lit rooms, on accent walls, or on cabinetry.
What is the closest match to Macaw in other brands?
Behr: Monarchy (S560-4), 98%; Dunn-Edwards: Charcoal Dust (DE5927), 95%; PPG: Violet Verbena (PPG1169-5), 95%; Glidden: Violet Verbena (PPG1169-5), 95%; Benjamin Moore: Violet Stone (2069-40), 92%; Sherwin-Williams: Dusty Heather (SW 9073), 91%; HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams: Dried Lavender (HGSW9072), 89%; Farrow & Ball: Brassica (No. 271), 77%. Matches are estimated from digital color values and are not official conversions; always compare a real sample of both.
What is the HEX code of Macaw?
The HEX code of Macaw (8003-48D) is #8E91AB, RGB 142, 145, 171. Use it for digital mockups; painted color will vary with light and sheen.