African Violet 2116-50 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #C2BAC5, estimated LRV 51 and a cool (violet) undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Aster from Behr (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #C2BAC5 · 2116-50
African Violet
51%Estimated LRV
Cool (Violet)Undertone
African Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#C2BAC5
RGB194, 186, 197
Estimated LRV50.6
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 Familygray
BrandBenjamin Moore
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Colors That Work With African Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
African Violet
#C2BAC5
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#AD85A4
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for African Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
African Violet Room Palettes
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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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African Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Violet have?
African Violet by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) undertone and sits in the gray 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 African Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to African Violet are Aster by Behr (a close digital match), Aster by Behr (a close digital match), Hyacinth Haze by Vista Paint (a close digital match) — the best options for getting African 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 African Violet?
African Violet has a estimated lightness value of 50.6, 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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