Chinese Violet 640D-6 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #787FCE, LRV 24 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Twilight Twinkle from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #787FCE · 640D-6
Chinese Violet
24%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Chinese Violet Technical Profile
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Chinese Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Chinese Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrChinese Violet
Very similar
Dunn-EdwardsTwilight Twinkle
Twilight Twinkle
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Violets Are Blue
PPG
Very similar
Simply Purple
Valspar
Very similar
California Lilac
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Beautified Blue
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Mood Mode
Vista Paint
Very similar
Wind Star
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Lavender Blossom
Kilz
Visible difference
Perfect Periwinkle
Sherwin-Williams
Visible difference
Cook's Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Pearl Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Chinese Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Chinese Violet
#787FCE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#947CB6
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Chinese Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Chinese 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 Chinese 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.
Chinese Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Chinese Violet have?
Chinese Violet by Behr has a warm (pink) 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 Chinese Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Chinese Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Chinese Violet are Twilight Twinkle by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Violets Are Blue by PPG (a very close match), Heather Highland by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Chinese 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 Chinese Violet?
Chinese Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 23.6, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a deep, dramatic color best saved for accent walls, dining rooms, and cozy spaces where atmosphere matters more than reflected light.
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How to Match Paint Colors Across Brands
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Chinese Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.