Wild Violet PPH-38 is a purple paint color from Behr. It has a hex value of #ACA7CB, estimated LRV 41 and a warm (pink) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Ashley'S Heather from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Behr · #ACA7CB · PPH-38
Wild Violet
41%Estimated LRV
Warm (Pink)Undertone
Wild Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#ACA7CB
RGB172, 167, 203
Estimated LRV40.7
UndertoneWarm (Pink)
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 Familypurple
BrandBehr
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#AAA6C9
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Colors That Work With Wild Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Wild Violet
#ACA7CB
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9F85AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Wild Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Wild 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
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Wild Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Wild Violet have?
Wild Violet by Behr has a warm (pink) undertone and sits in the purple 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 Wild Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Wild Violet are Ashley'S Heather by PPG (a close digital match), Forever Lilac by Sherwin-Williams (a close digital match), Lined with Lilacs by Vista Paint (a very close match) — the best options for getting Wild 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 Wild Violet?
Wild Violet has a estimated lightness value of 40.7, 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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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Wild Violet's warm (pink) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.