Faded Violet CSP-455 is a gray paint color from Benjamin Moore. It has a hex value of #8E90A2, estimated LRV 28 and a neutral undertone. Its closest cross-brand match is Cotton Flannel from PPG (nearly identical), with 49 more equivalents across other brands.
Benjamin Moore · #8E90A2 · CSP-455
Faded Violet
28%Estimated LRV
NeutralUndertone
Faded Violet Technical Profile
HEX Code#8E90A2
RGB142, 144, 162
Estimated LRV28.3
UndertoneNeutral
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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Digital candidates from other paint brands, ranked by color similarity. Always verify with a physical sample. How we calculate match accuracy →
Cotton Flannel
PPG
#9090A2
Close digital match
Provence
Dutch Boy
#9494A5
Close digital match
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#8990A3
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#83899A
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#9DA1AA
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Colors That Work With Faded Violet
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Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Faded Violet
#8E90A2
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#9585AD
Trim & Molding
Digital white
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Faded Violet
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Faded 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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Faded Violet — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Faded Violet have?
Faded Violet by Benjamin Moore has a neutral 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 Faded Violet from other brands?
The closest cross-brand equivalents to Faded Violet are Cotton Flannel by PPG (a close digital match), Provence by Dutch Boy (a close digital match), Come Catch Me by Dutch Boy (a close digital match) — the best options for getting Faded 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 Faded Violet?
Faded Violet has a estimated lightness value of 28.3, 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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