Violet Vision S540-2 is a blue paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #B9CAEE, LRV 59 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Promise from Valspar (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #B9CAEE · S540-2
Violet Vision
59%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Violet Vision Technical Profile
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Violet Vision in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Violet Vision in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrViolet Vision
Nearly identical
ValsparPromise
Promise
Valspar
Nearly identical
April Morning
Kilz
Very similar
Spring Bluebell
PPG
Very similar
Morning Sky
Vista Paint
Very similar
Maritime
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Angela Bay
Hirshfield's
Very similar
My Serendipity
Dutch Boy
Very similar
Agapanthus
Sherwin-Williams
Very similar
Oriental Iris
Benjamin Moore
Very similar
Lulworth Blue
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
Dream .03
Colorhouse
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Violet Vision
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Violet Vision
#B9CAEE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8174BE
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Violet Vision
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Violet Vision 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 Violet Vision.
More blue colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the blue family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Violet Vision — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Violet Vision have?
Violet Vision 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 Violet Vision in your own space before committing.
What colors match Violet Vision from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Violet Vision are Promise by Valspar (a near-identical match), April Morning by Kilz (a very close match), Spring Bluebell by PPG (a very close match) — the best options for getting Violet Vision'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 Violet Vision?
Violet Vision has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 58.7, on a scale where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white — that makes it a mid-light color — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Violet Vision's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.