Purple Hyacinth 590B-5 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #669FF6, estimated LRV 27 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cornflower from Dunn-Edwards (very similar), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #669FF6 · 590B-5
Purple Hyacinth
27%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
Purple Hyacinth Technical Profile
HEX Code#669FF6
RGB102, 159, 246
Estimated LRV27.0
UndertoneCool (Violet)
Digital swatches and calculated matches are approximations. Catalog LRV values may be calculated estimates, not manufacturer measurements. Data and matching method. Check the brand reference and physical samples before purchase.
Color Familyblue
BrandBehr
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Colors That Work With Purple Hyacinth
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Purple Hyacinth
#669FF6
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#6E63CF
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Purple Hyacinth
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Purple Hyacinth 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
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Purple Hyacinth — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Purple Hyacinth have?
Purple Hyacinth by Behr has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the blue color family. This is a digital classification, not a prediction of physical paint under every light. Compare samples in your own space.
What colors match Purple Hyacinth from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Purple Hyacinth are Cornflower by Dunn-Edwards (a very close match), Harbor Blue by PPG (a very close match), Enchanted Sea by Valspar (a very close match) — the best options for getting Purple Hyacinth'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 Hyacinth?
Purple Hyacinth has a estimated lightness value of 27.0, 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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Why Purple Hyacinth's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.