Purple Gladiola MQ4-59 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #BFA8D3, LRV 44 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Amethyst Cream from Benjamin Moore (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #BFA8D3 · MQ4-59
Purple Gladiola
44%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Purple Gladiola Technical Profile
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Purple Gladiola in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Purple Gladiola in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrPurple Gladiola
Nearly identical
Benjamin MooreAmethyst Cream
Amethyst Cream
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Candied Hearts
Kilz
Nearly identical
Purple Gala
Valspar
Very similar
Purple Possibility
Vista Paint
Very similar
Sugared Plum
PPG
Very similar
Purple Premiere
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Cherish the Moment
Hirshfield's
Very similar
Berry Frappé
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Birthday Wishes
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Shallot
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Sprout .07
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Pastel Violet
RAL
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Purple Gladiola
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Gladiola
#BFA8D3
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85AC
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
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Color Palettes for Purple Gladiola
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Gladiola 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 Purple Gladiola.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Purple Gladiola — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Gladiola have?
Purple Gladiola by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple color family. The undertone shifts with light — warmer under 2700K bulbs, cleaner and cooler under 4000K daylight — so sample Purple Gladiola in your own space before committing.
What colors match Purple Gladiola from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Gladiola are Amethyst Cream by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match), Candied Hearts by Kilz (a near-identical match), Purple Gala by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Gladiola'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 Purple Gladiola?
Purple Gladiola has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 43.8, 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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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 Purple Gladiola's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.