Virtual Violet HDC-MD-25 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #655281, LRV 10 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is African Violet from Sherwin-Williams (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Ref. #655281 · HDC-MD-25
Virtual Violet
10%LRV Value
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Virtual Violet Technical Profile
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Virtual Violet in Every Brand
The closest equivalent to Virtual Violet in each major paint brand, ranked by how close the match reads. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
BehrVirtual Violet
Nearly identical
Sherwin-WilliamsAfrican Violet
African Violet
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Purely Purple
Dutch Boy
Nearly identical
Your Majesty
Benjamin Moore
Nearly identical
Superstition
Kilz
Very similar
Royal Robe
Dunn-Edwards
Very similar
Fresh Grape Juice
PPG
Very similar
Iris Illusion
Vista Paint
Very similar
Purple Royalty
Valspar
Very similar
When Red Met Blue
Hirshfield's
Visible difference
Blue Lilac
RAL
Visible difference
Create .06
Colorhouse
Visible difference
Blue Maize
Farrow & Ball
Visible difference
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Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Virtual Violet
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Virtual Violet
#655281
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#976A9C
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Virtual Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Virtual 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 Virtual Violet.
More purple colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the purple family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Virtual Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Virtual Violet have?
Virtual Violet 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 Virtual Violet in your own space before committing.
What colors match Virtual Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Virtual Violet are African Violet by Sherwin-Williams (a near-identical match), Purely Purple by Dutch Boy (a near-identical match), Your Majesty by Benjamin Moore (a near-identical match) — the best options for getting Virtual 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 Virtual Violet?
Virtual Violet has a Light Reflectance Value (LRV) of 10.4, 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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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 Virtual Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.