Ref. #C2BAC5 · 2116-50
African Violet
51%LRV Value
Cool (Violet)Undertone
African Violet Technical Profile
What color is African Violet? It's a medium warm gray with the hex code #C2BAC5. Colors similar to African Violet include Behr Aster, Vista Paint Hyacinth Haze, Vista Paint Orchid Fragrance. African Violet has a cool (violet) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 51, African Violet sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a warm neutral, African Violet pairs with off-whites for trim, white oak or walnut floors, and brass or warm brushed nickel hardware. Deep green, navy, or terra-cotta all read well as accent colors. Warm neutrals come alive under 2700K bulbs, where their underlying yellow or peach undertones add visible warmth. Under 4000K daylight they read cleaner and slightly cooler.
Colors Similar to African Violet
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With African Violet
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
Pure 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
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 Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to African Violet.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
African Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does African Violet have?
African Violet by Benjamin Moore has a cool (violet) undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match African Violet from other brands?
The closest matches are Aster by Behr (#BEB7C1), Hyacinth Haze by Vista Paint (#C2B9C7), Orchid Fragrance by Vista Paint (#C7BFCD). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of African Violet?
African Violet has an LRV of 50.6, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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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 African Violet's cool (violet) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.