Ash Violet 640F-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #8D9CBE, LRV 30 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Neptune'S Folly from Dutch Boy (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #8D9CBE · 640F-5
Ash Violet
30%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Ash Violet Technical Profile
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Ash Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Ash Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrAsh Violet
Nearly identical
Dutch BoyNeptune'S Folly
Neptune'S Folly
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Exquisite Blue Grey
PPG
Nearly identical
Purple Wish
Kilz
Very similar
Blue
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Twilight Fever
Valspar
Very similar
Dahlia
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Midnight Blush
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Velvet Robe
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Velvet Robe
Vista Paint
Very similar
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Window Grey
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Ash Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Ash Violet
#8D9CBE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8D85AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Ash Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Ash 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 Behr Colors
Other Behr colors close to Ash 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.
Ash Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Ash Violet have?
Ash Violet by Behr has a neutral 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 Ash Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Ash Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Ash Violet are Neptune'S Folly by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Exquisite Blue Grey by PPG (a near-identical match), Steel Blue by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Ash 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 Ash Violet?
Ash Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 30.0, 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 Ash Violet's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.